VO Laos has made important steps in regional and international integration
INTRO: Laos has made important steps in regional and international integration, actively participating in international cooperation in the region and worldwide. These achievements were highlighted at the annual foreign affairs meeting held in Vientiane on December the 27th
STORY: Speaking at the meeting, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Saleumxay Kommasith said he agreed with the report on the implementation of foreign affairs matters in the past year and the focus of work in the upcoming year. He said 2017 had been filled with professionalism in foreign affairs and there had been many overseas visits by high-ranking leaders and officials at various levels.
The Minister said, the joint efforts and solidarity of all officials and civil servants, and the continued responsibility of ministry leaders and employees at lower levels, the close guidance of the Politburo and the Party Central Committee Secretariat and cooperation from other sectors and authorities had led to the ministry’s achievements
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Saleumxay Kommasith called on officials and civil servants to build on this success and to improve foreign policy by following the Resolution of the TenthParty Congress and the Resolution of the 13th foreign affairs meeting.
Laos has diplomatic relations with 140 countries and has 39 diplomatic representative offices, 26 of which are embassies, three are permanent representative offices, nine are general consulates, and one is a consulate office.
These diplomatic representative offices have contributed to political, economic and social diplomacy. They have enabled the promotion of cooperative relations between Laos and foreign countries, protected the interests of Laos, sought assistance from the international community, served to attract foreign investment, and enhanced economic ties.
Laos’ chairmanship of Asean, during which it hosted the 28th and 29th Asean Summits and related meetings, the country’s attendance at the G20 summit in China and G7 in Japan last year, and at the Asean Summit in the Philippines this year, as well as at United Nations meetings and other international meetings, were all highlighted at the meeting.
The Lao People’s Revolutionary Party enjoys relations with 130 political parties worldwide. This is viewed as the successful outcome of the country’s foreign policy, which focuses on peace, independence, friendship, cooperation and the expansion of multilateral and multi-directional cooperation ties through bilateral and multilateral frameworks.
These have brought about a positive escalation in relations between Laos and the great powers. Despite these achievements, the foreign affairs sector was advised to improve its performance following the 13th foreign affairs meeting last year, when officials were asked to adhere to the foreign policy as defined by the Tenth Party Congress with the goals of adhesiveness, astuteness, calmness, and objectiveness.
ໂທລະພາບແຫ່ງຊາດລາວ
TelevisionNationale Lao
Chommany street, Ban Sivilay,Muang Saythany District, Vientiane Lao PDR, P.O.Box 5635, Tel+85621 710067.
E-mail: laotv1@gmail.com
http://www.tnl.gov.la
https://www.facebook.com/laonationaltelevision.tnl?fref=ts

VO Laos and Cuba pledge to strengthen the existing cooperation on foreign relations
INTRO: Laos and Cuba have pledged to strengthen the existing cooperation on foreign relations and expressed their satisfaction on growing ties and cooperation.
STORY: Head of Party Central Committee’s Commission for ExternalRelations, Mme Sounthone Sayachack received a courtesy visit from Deputy Head of Cuban Communist PartyCentral Committee’s Department for External Relations, Mr Juan CarlosMarsan Aguilera and his delegation visiting Laos on January 14-16.
Mme Sounthone expressed a warm welcome to the guest and highly valued his visit as a significant contribution to enhancing the existing friendly and fraternal relations between two Parties, two governments and people of Laos and Cuba.
She also expressed gratitude to the Cuban Party, government and people upon their supports and assistance to Laos when the later fought for independence decades ago and during the current time of national development.
She appreciated Cuba’s achievements in socio-economic development, protecting its revolutionary outcomes over the past 50 years and translating the resolution of 7th National Congress of the Communist Party of Cuba into practice.
In reply, the Deputy Head of the Communist Party of Cuba’s Department for External Relations, Mr Juan Carlos Marsan Aguilera expressed thanks to Mme Sounthone for extending a warm welcome to him and his delegation and highly valued the longstanding traditional relations and cooperation between the two Parties, governments and people of Laos and Cuba.
He praised the national development achievements the Lao people have made under the leadership of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party over the past decades noting that such achievements have helped improve the livelihood of Lao people and raise the role and reputation of the Lao PDR at both regional and international arenas.
ໂທລະພາບແຫ່ງຊາດລາວ
TelevisionNationale Lao
Chommany street, Ban Sivilay,Muang Saythany District, Vientiane Lao PDR, P.O.Box 5635, Tel+85621 710067.
E-mail: laotv1@gmail.com
http://www.tnl.gov.la
https://www.facebook.com/laonationaltelevision.tnl?fref=ts

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The construction of river dams will be high on the agenda at a World Bank meeting this weekend. Funding of past projects has caused massive environmental and financial controversy, and the latest one in Laos is no different. HannahBelcher travelled to the remote Nakai Plateau in Southern Laos, to see the latest World Bank dam project attracting concern.
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The current turmoil in the Asian markets, which has been going on 20 years after a much bigger disaster: the Asian financial crisis, began with the collapse of Thailand's currency - the Baht - and spread across East Asia.
One of the contributing factors was high public debt in the affected countries, including Laos.
Now, there are similar warnings about governments in the region borrowing too much money.
Al Jazeera'sWayne Hay reports from the Laotian capital, Vientiane.
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A large dam in Kheun Nam Laos gives way, causing millions of gallons of water to careen down the river at high speed. Video shows numerous workers attempt to evacuate before the water struck their location. According to preliminary reports, so far no one has been seriously harmed.
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Lao PDR's economic growth remains robust, but has slowed slightly. The country’s outlook is positive as macroeconomic management has improved, but risks remain. Policies and priorities to help lower risks and revive growth are outlined in this short video summarizing the latest Lao Economic Monitor report from December 2017.
-----------------------------------------------------
TRANSCRIPT:
Lao Economic Monitor: December 2017
Economic activity in Lao PDR remains strong, but continues to ease
GDP growth expected at 6.7% in 2017 compared to 7% in 2016
Exports--from electricity, manufacturing, and agriculture--are performing well
But these are weighed down by weaker tourism
adjustments in government spending and a moderation in investments
Inflation remains low as oil prices slowly recover and food prices stabilize
Macroeconomic risks remain high, from high public debt, including in the power sector, low foreign exchange reserves, and weaknesses in the financial sector
How can macroeconomic risks be reduced?
Improve revenue collection
Control public spending and increase its efficiency
Strengthen public debt management and advance financial sector reforms
Address risks in the power sector
Restoring growth rates to around 7% will require:
Lao PDR’s ability to create a genuine and vibrant private sector
Opportunities exist but will require significant improvements in the business and trade environment
For more information, visit
www.worldbank.org/laos

VO Xayaboury province will officially launch VisitLaosYear 2018 during the annual Elephant Festival
INTRO: Welcoming Visit Laos Year 2018, Lao National TelevisionEnglish LanguageNews Program is telecasting a series of special news report inviting local and foreign visitors to experience the authentic nature, culture, history and hospitality of Laos, Jewel of the Mekong. Today we have Xayaboury province will officially launch Visit Laos Year 2018 during the annual Elephant Festival
STORY: Xayaboury province will officially launch Visit Laos Year 2018 during the annual Elephant Festival which will take place from February 16-22 in Xayaboury district.
The festival organising committee is preparing various activities and readying accommodation for visitors. According to an official from the provincial Information, Culture and TourismDepartment. They are also preparing home-stays to cater for the expected influx of visitors this year
It is said that, during the festival, the residents of five villages in Xayaboury district and two villages in Phieng district will open up their homes to visitors in the absence of sufficient guesthouses and hotels, which is what we’ve done in previous years.
This year 69 elephants will take part in events such as a grand parade, a baci ceremony, and a beauty contest.
Visitors can take a ride on an elephant and watch them being bathed in the river.
Mahouts are training their animals to demonstrate their skills and the close relationship they have with their owners.
The festival will also feature a street market with stalls selling local products and goods from neighbouring countries, aiming to promote the province’s colourful culture and generate revenue.
The event will spotlight the past and present role that elephants play in Laos, and their importance in Lao history and lifestyle.
According to the provincial Information, Culture and Tourism Department. The ElephantFestival has become symbolic of Xayaboury and will be one of the province’s star attractions during Visit Laos Year 2018,
The first Elephant Festival took place in 2007 in Hongsa district. It was subsequently held in Paklai district and then in Xayaboury district, which has hosted the event since 2012.
In 2017, more than 150,000 local and foreign tourists visited Xayaboury for the festival. Most of the Lao visitors came from neighbouring provinces and Vientiane, while 90 percent of the foreign tourists were from Thailand.
In 2016 more than 290,000 Lao and foreign nationals visited Xayaboury, with the number dropping to about 209,000 people in 2017. The province is preparing a range of activities for Visit Laos Year 2018, including the annual rice festival (Boun KongKhao Yai) from January 8-12 in Phieng district, Boun Phee Ta Khon in March in Paklai district, and the boat racing festival in September in Xayaboury district.
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TelevisionNationale Lao
Chommany street, Ban Sivilay,Muang Saythany District, Vientiane Lao PDR, P.O.Box 5635, Tel+85621 710067.
E-mail: laotv1@gmail.com
http://www.tnl.gov.la
https://www.facebook.com/laonationaltelevision.tnl?fref=ts

Laos

Laos ((i/ˈlaʊs/, /ˈlɑː.ɒs/, /ˈlɑː.oʊs/, or /ˈleɪ.ɒs/)Lao:ສາທາລະນະລັດ ປະຊາທິປະໄຕ ປະຊາຊົນລາວ, pronounced[sǎːtʰáːlanalat pásáːtʰipátàj pásáːsón láːw]Sathalanalat Paxathipatai Paxaxon Lao), officially the Lao People's Democratic Republic (LPDR) (French:République démocratique populaire lao), is a landlocked country in Southeast Asia, bordered by Myanmar (Burma) and China to the northwest, Vietnam to the east, Cambodia to the south, and Thailand to the west. Since 1975, it has been ruled by a Marxist and communist government. Its population was estimated to be around 6.8million in July 2014.

ENGLISH NEWS: Laos has made important steps in regional and international integration.2/1/2018

ENGLISH NEWS: Laos has made important steps in regional and international integration.2/1/2018

ENGLISH NEWS: Laos has made important steps in regional and international integration.2/1/2018

VO Laos has made important steps in regional and international integration
INTRO: Laos has made important steps in regional and international integration, actively participating in international cooperation in the region and worldwide. These achievements were highlighted at the annual foreign affairs meeting held in Vientiane on December the 27th
STORY: Speaking at the meeting, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Saleumxay Kommasith said he agreed with the report on the implementation of foreign affairs matters in the past year and the focus of work in the upcoming year. He said 2017 had been filled with professionalism in foreign affairs and there had been many overseas visits by high-ranking leaders and officials at various levels.
The Minister said, the joint efforts and solidarity of all officials and civil servants, and the continued responsibility of ministry leaders and employees at lower levels, the close guidance of the Politburo and the Party Central Committee Secretariat and cooperation from other sectors and authorities had led to the ministry’s achievements
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Saleumxay Kommasith called on officials and civil servants to build on this success and to improve foreign policy by following the Resolution of the TenthParty Congress and the Resolution of the 13th foreign affairs meeting.
Laos has diplomatic relations with 140 countries and has 39 diplomatic representative offices, 26 of which are embassies, three are permanent representative offices, nine are general consulates, and one is a consulate office.
These diplomatic representative offices have contributed to political, economic and social diplomacy. They have enabled the promotion of cooperative relations between Laos and foreign countries, protected the interests of Laos, sought assistance from the international community, served to attract foreign investment, and enhanced economic ties.
Laos’ chairmanship of Asean, during which it hosted the 28th and 29th Asean Summits and related meetings, the country’s attendance at the G20 summit in China and G7 in Japan last year, and at the Asean Summit in the Philippines this year, as well as at United Nations meetings and other international meetings, were all highlighted at the meeting.
The Lao People’s Revolutionary Party enjoys relations with 130 political parties worldwide. This is viewed as the successful outcome of the country’s foreign policy, which focuses on peace, independence, friendship, cooperation and the expansion of multilateral and multi-directional cooperation ties through bilateral and multilateral frameworks.
These have brought about a positive escalation in relations between Laos and the great powers. Despite these achievements, the foreign affairs sector was advised to improve its performance following the 13th foreign affairs meeting last year, when officials were asked to adhere to the foreign policy as defined by the Tenth Party Congress with the goals of adhesiveness, astuteness, calmness, and objectiveness.
ໂທລະພາບແຫ່ງຊາດລາວ
TelevisionNationale Lao
Chommany street, Ban Sivilay,Muang Saythany District, Vientiane Lao PDR, P.O.Box 5635, Tel+85621 710067.
E-mail: laotv1@gmail.com
http://www.tnl.gov.la
https://www.facebook.com/laonationaltelevision.tnl?fref=ts

VO Laos and Cuba pledge to strengthen the existing cooperation on foreign relations
INTRO: Laos and Cuba have pledged to strengthen the existing cooperation on foreign relations and expressed their satisfaction on growing ties and cooperation.
STORY: Head of Party Central Committee’s Commission for ExternalRelations, Mme Sounthone Sayachack received a courtesy visit from Deputy Head of Cuban Communist PartyCentral Committee’s Department for External Relations, Mr Juan CarlosMarsan Aguilera and his delegation visiting Laos on January 14-16.
Mme Sounthone expressed a warm welcome to the guest and highly valued his visit as a significant contribution to enhancing the existing friendly and fraternal relations between two Parties, two governments and people of Laos and Cuba.
She also expressed gratitude to the Cuban Party, government and people upon their supports and assistance to Laos when the later fought for independence decades ago and during the current time of national development.
She appreciated Cuba’s achievements in socio-economic development, protecting its revolutionary outcomes over the past 50 years and translating the resolution of 7th National Congress of the Communist Party of Cuba into practice.
In reply, the Deputy Head of the Communist Party of Cuba’s Department for External Relations, Mr Juan Carlos Marsan Aguilera expressed thanks to Mme Sounthone for extending a warm welcome to him and his delegation and highly valued the longstanding traditional relations and cooperation between the two Parties, governments and people of Laos and Cuba.
He praised the national development achievements the Lao people have made under the leadership of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party over the past decades noting that such achievements have helped improve the livelihood of Lao people and raise the role and reputation of the Lao PDR at both regional and international arenas.
ໂທລະພາບແຫ່ງຊາດລາວ
TelevisionNationale Lao
Chommany street, Ban Sivilay,Muang Saythany District, Vientiane Lao PDR, P.O.Box 5635, Tel+85621 710067.
E-mail: laotv1@gmail.com
http://www.tnl.gov.la
https://www.facebook.com/laonationaltelevision.tnl?fref=ts

4:21

Laos dam project raises concerns - 20 Oct 07

Laos dam project raises concerns - 20 Oct 07

Laos dam project raises concerns - 20 Oct 07

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The construction of river dams will be high on the agenda at a World Bank meeting this weekend. Funding of past projects has caused massive environmental and financial controversy, and the latest one in Laos is no different. HannahBelcher travelled to the remote Nakai Plateau in Southern Laos, to see the latest World Bank dam project attracting concern.
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2:19

🇱🇦 Debt-ridden Laos living on borrowed money

🇱🇦 Debt-ridden Laos living on borrowed money

🇱🇦 Debt-ridden Laos living on borrowed money

The current turmoil in the Asian markets, which has been going on 20 years after a much bigger disaster: the Asian financial crisis, began with the collapse of Thailand's currency - the Baht - and spread across East Asia.
One of the contributing factors was high public debt in the affected countries, including Laos.
Now, there are similar warnings about governments in the region borrowing too much money.
Al Jazeera'sWayne Hay reports from the Laotian capital, Vientiane.
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1:58

Large Dam Gives Way in Laos

Large Dam Gives Way in Laos

Large Dam Gives Way in Laos

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A large dam in Kheun Nam Laos gives way, causing millions of gallons of water to careen down the river at high speed. Video shows numerous workers attempt to evacuate before the water struck their location. According to preliminary reports, so far no one has been seriously harmed.
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Lao PDR's economic growth remains robust, but has slowed slightly. The country’s outlook is positive as macroeconomic management has improved, but risks remain. Policies and priorities to help lower risks and revive growth are outlined in this short video summarizing the latest Lao Economic Monitor report from December 2017.
-----------------------------------------------------
TRANSCRIPT:
Lao Economic Monitor: December 2017
Economic activity in Lao PDR remains strong, but continues to ease
GDP growth expected at 6.7% in 2017 compared to 7% in 2016
Exports--from electricity, manufacturing, and agriculture--are performing well
But these are weighed down by weaker tourism
adjustments in government spending and a moderation in investments
Inflation remains low as oil prices slowly recover and food prices stabilize
Macroeconomic risks remain high, from high public debt, including in the power sector, low foreign exchange reserves, and weaknesses in the financial sector
How can macroeconomic risks be reduced?
Improve revenue collection
Control public spending and increase its efficiency
Strengthen public debt management and advance financial sector reforms
Address risks in the power sector
Restoring growth rates to around 7% will require:
Lao PDR’s ability to create a genuine and vibrant private sector
Opportunities exist but will require significant improvements in the business and trade environment
For more information, visit
www.worldbank.org/laos

VO Xayaboury province will officially launch VisitLaosYear 2018 during the annual Elephant Festival
INTRO: Welcoming Visit Laos Year 2018, Lao National TelevisionEnglish LanguageNews Program is telecasting a series of special news report inviting local and foreign visitors to experience the authentic nature, culture, history and hospitality of Laos, Jewel of the Mekong. Today we have Xayaboury province will officially launch Visit Laos Year 2018 during the annual Elephant Festival
STORY: Xayaboury province will officially launch Visit Laos Year 2018 during the annual Elephant Festival which will take place from February 16-22 in Xayaboury district.
The festival organising committee is preparing various activities and readying accommodation for visitors. According to an official from the provincial Information, Culture and TourismDepartment. They are also preparing home-stays to cater for the expected influx of visitors this year
It is said that, during the festival, the residents of five villages in Xayaboury district and two villages in Phieng district will open up their homes to visitors in the absence of sufficient guesthouses and hotels, which is what we’ve done in previous years.
This year 69 elephants will take part in events such as a grand parade, a baci ceremony, and a beauty contest.
Visitors can take a ride on an elephant and watch them being bathed in the river.
Mahouts are training their animals to demonstrate their skills and the close relationship they have with their owners.
The festival will also feature a street market with stalls selling local products and goods from neighbouring countries, aiming to promote the province’s colourful culture and generate revenue.
The event will spotlight the past and present role that elephants play in Laos, and their importance in Lao history and lifestyle.
According to the provincial Information, Culture and Tourism Department. The ElephantFestival has become symbolic of Xayaboury and will be one of the province’s star attractions during Visit Laos Year 2018,
The first Elephant Festival took place in 2007 in Hongsa district. It was subsequently held in Paklai district and then in Xayaboury district, which has hosted the event since 2012.
In 2017, more than 150,000 local and foreign tourists visited Xayaboury for the festival. Most of the Lao visitors came from neighbouring provinces and Vientiane, while 90 percent of the foreign tourists were from Thailand.
In 2016 more than 290,000 Lao and foreign nationals visited Xayaboury, with the number dropping to about 209,000 people in 2017. The province is preparing a range of activities for Visit Laos Year 2018, including the annual rice festival (Boun KongKhao Yai) from January 8-12 in Phieng district, Boun Phee Ta Khon in March in Paklai district, and the boat racing festival in September in Xayaboury district.
ໂທລະພາບແຫ່ງຊາດລາວ
TelevisionNationale Lao
Chommany street, Ban Sivilay,Muang Saythany District, Vientiane Lao PDR, P.O.Box 5635, Tel+85621 710067.
E-mail: laotv1@gmail.com
http://www.tnl.gov.la
https://www.facebook.com/laonationaltelevision.tnl?fref=ts

VO Laos, Russia push for greater political, economic cooperation as foreign ministers meet in Moscow
INTRO: Laos and Russia have agreed to strengthen their cooperative relations in areas related to politics and military capabilities as well as economics, trade, investment and technology. The agreement was reached during the bilateral talks held between Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr SaleumxayKommasith and his Russian counterpart Mr Sergey Lavrov in Moscow on June 16.
STORY: Minister of Foreign Affairs Saleumxay Kommasith paid an official visit to the Russian Federation from Jun 15-17 in response to an invitation from his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov.
The visit is the first since Mr Saleumxay took his post in Apr 2016.
At a bilateral meeting that took place in Moscow on Jun 16, the two ministers highly valued the longstanding friendship and sound cooperation between the two countries, which is based on mutual trust, mutual assistance and win-win and strategic partnership.
Both sides noted the constant exchange of visits, especially in parliamentary and national defense areas.
Both sides also expressed their commitment to enhancing the sound relationship to ensure it is more fruitful and to lift relations to a higher level by promoting visit exchanges at all levels and in all sectors in line with agreements signed by the leaders of the two countries.
They agreed to continue to promote cooperation in economy and trade, investment, energy, education, science and technology, tourism and telecommunications, among others.
Laos and Russia recorded a bilateral trade of US$ 16.3 million in 2016, and Russia is ranked the 22nd largest foreign investor in Laos with over 20 projects worth more than US$ 52 million invested by Russian investors, mostly in energy, mining, and telecommunications. (Text)
"Today, we have a good opportunity to discuss the current state of our bilateral relations as a follow-up of the agreements reached by our leaders," Mr Lavrov noted. "We are also interested in exchanging views on how relations between Russia and ASEAN evolve in line with the agreements reached at the summit in Sochi a year ago," Russian minister Sergey Lavrov was quoted as saying by TASS, a Russian News Agency.
The Russian minister also noted the active role of the Lao PDR as the coordinator of the Russia-ASEAN dialogue partnership.
This year marks the 57th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Laos and Russia ( Oct 7t 1960-2017
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2:56

ENGLISH NEWS: The new Laos-Japan Friendship Bridge was officially opened.

ENGLISH NEWS: The new Laos-Japan Friendship Bridge was officially opened.

ENGLISH NEWS: The new Laos-Japan Friendship Bridge was officially opened.

VO The new Laos-Japan Friendship Bridge was officially opened to boost Xekong development divide
INTRO: The new Laos-Japan Friendship Bridge was officially opened to the public on Monday, expecting to greatly benefit local people in the province as well as facilitate improved domestic and international overland transportation.
STOTRY: Connecting both sides of the Xekong River to provide a road link between neighbouring Lamam and Dakcheung districts in Xekong province, the new Laos-Japan Friendship Bridge was officially opened to the public on Monday. Official said, the Xekong bridge construction project, or the Laos-Japan Friendship bridge in Xekong province, is a priority project of the government, and included in the Strategic Plan and the 7th Five-Year Socio-Economic Development Plan.
The bridge is located on the National Road No.16B, running from the centre of Xekong province to Dakcheung district and the Vietnamese border. The bridge will contribute to the socio-economic development of Xekong province and will provide facilities and contribute to upgrading livelihoods of people in Lamam, Thataeng, Kaleum and Dakcheung districts
According to JICA, the bridge removes weather-related barriers to transport and dramatically improves road transport access for Kaleum, Sanxay, and Dakcheung districts which have previously contended with higher than average rates of poverty as a result of relative geographical isolation.
Construction commenced in November 2014 and is now 100 percent complete at a projected cost of 159.7 billion kip (2.2 billion Yen or US$21.4 million). Funding came as a result of grant assistance via the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
Some 300 metres long and 11 metres wide, the bridge was designed and built to international standards. (Text)
The increased connectivity offered by the bridge comes in addition to coordinated efforts to upgrade the key East-West Economic Corridor that links the country to neighbouring Thailand and Vietnam and beyond.
A handover ceremony took place in Xekong province on Monday and was attended by Deputy Prime Minister, Dr Bounthong Chitmany, Minister of Public Works and Transport, Dr Bounchanh Sinthavong, Minister of Planning and Investment, Dr Souphanh Keomixay, Ambassador of Japan to Laos, Mr Takeshi Hikihara and JICA Laos Office chief representative, Mr Yoshiharu Yoneyama, along with the governors and officials of Xekong, Saravan and Champassak provinces.
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Chommany street, Ban Sivilay,Muang Saythany District, VientianeLao PDR, P.O.Box 5635, Tel+85621 710067.
E-mail: laotv1@gmail.com
http://www.tnl.gov.la
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2:36

Laos sees productivity boost despite economic divisions

Laos sees productivity boost despite economic divisions

Laos sees productivity boost despite economic divisions

According to the UN, Laos is one of the least-developed countries worldwide. Laos illustrates the sharp economic divide that still remains within South East Asia, making true economic integration problematic. But the country hosting this year's ASEANForeign Ministers' Meeting has made huge strides in recent years. CCTV’s correspondent Rian Maelzer has this story from the Laotian capital Vientiane.
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ENGLISH NEWS: Laos has made important steps in regional and international integration.2/1/2018

VO Laos has made important steps in regional and international integration
INTRO: Laos has made important steps in regional and international integration, actively participating in international cooperation in the region and worldwide. These achievements were highlighted at the annual foreign affairs meeting held in Vientiane on December the 27th
STORY: Speaking at the meeting, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Saleumxay Kommasith said he agreed with the report on the implementation of foreign affairs matters in the past year and the focus of work in the upcoming year. He said 2017 had been filled with professionalism in foreign affairs and there had been many overseas visits by high-ranking leaders and officials at various levels.
The Minister said, the joint efforts and solidarity of all o...

VO Laos and Cuba pledge to strengthen the existing cooperation on foreign relations
INTRO: Laos and Cuba have pledged to strengthen the existing cooperation on foreign relations and expressed their satisfaction on growing ties and cooperation.
STORY: Head of Party Central Committee’s Commission for ExternalRelations, Mme Sounthone Sayachack received a courtesy visit from Deputy Head of Cuban Communist PartyCentral Committee’s Department for External Relations, Mr Juan CarlosMarsan Aguilera and his delegation visiting Laos on January 14-16.
Mme Sounthone expressed a warm welcome to the guest and highly valued his visit as a significant contribution to enhancing the existing friendly and fraternal relations between two Parties, two governments and people of Laos and Cuba.
She also e...

published: 17 Jan 2018

Laos dam project raises concerns - 20 Oct 07

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published: 20 Oct 2007

🇱🇦 Debt-ridden Laos living on borrowed money

The current turmoil in the Asian markets, which has been going on 20 years after a much bigger disaster: the Asian financial crisis, began with the collapse of Thailand's currency - the Baht - and spread across East Asia.
One of the contributing factors was high public debt in the affected countries, including Laos.
Now, there are similar warnings about governments in the region borrowing too much money.
Al Jazeera'sWayne Hay reports from the Laotian capital, Vientiane.
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published: 06 Feb 2018

Large Dam Gives Way in Laos

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A large dam in Kheun Nam Laos gives way, causing millions of gallons of water to careen down the river at high speed. Video shows numerous workers attempt to evacuate before the water struck their location. According to preliminary reports, so far no one has been seriously harmed.
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Lao PDR's economic growth remains robust, but has slowed slightly. The country’s outlook is positive as macroeconomic management has improved, but risks remain. Policies and priorities to help lower risks and revive growth are outlined in this short video summarizing the latest Lao Economic Monitor report from December 2017.
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TRANSCRIPT:
Lao Economic Monitor: December 2017
Economic activity in Lao PDR remains strong, but continues to ease
GDP growth expected at 6.7% in 2017 compared to 7% in 2016
Exports--from electricity, manufacturing, and agriculture--are performing well
But these are weighed down by weaker tourism
adjustments in government spending and a moderation in investments
Inflation remains low as oil prices slowly r...

VO Xayaboury province will officially launch VisitLaosYear 2018 during the annual Elephant Festival
INTRO: Welcoming Visit Laos Year 2018, Lao National TelevisionEnglish LanguageNews Program is telecasting a series of special news report inviting local and foreign visitors to experience the authentic nature, culture, history and hospitality of Laos, Jewel of the Mekong. Today we have Xayaboury province will officially launch Visit Laos Year 2018 during the annual Elephant Festival
STORY: Xayaboury province will officially launch Visit Laos Year 2018 during the annual Elephant Festival which will take place from February 16-22 in Xayaboury district.
The festival organising committee is preparing various activities and readying accommodation for visitors. According to an official fro...

VO Laos, Russia push for greater political, economic cooperation as foreign ministers meet in Moscow
INTRO: Laos and Russia have agreed to strengthen their cooperative relations in areas related to politics and military capabilities as well as economics, trade, investment and technology. The agreement was reached during the bilateral talks held between Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr SaleumxayKommasith and his Russian counterpart Mr Sergey Lavrov in Moscow on June 16.
STORY: Minister of Foreign Affairs Saleumxay Kommasith paid an official visit to the Russian Federation from Jun 15-17 in response to an invitation from his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov.
The visit is the first since Mr Saleumxay took his post in Apr 2016.
At a bilateral meeting that took place in Moscow on Jun 16, t...

published: 19 Jul 2017

ENGLISH NEWS: The new Laos-Japan Friendship Bridge was officially opened.

VO The new Laos-Japan Friendship Bridge was officially opened to boost Xekong development divide
INTRO: The new Laos-Japan Friendship Bridge was officially opened to the public on Monday, expecting to greatly benefit local people in the province as well as facilitate improved domestic and international overland transportation.
STOTRY: Connecting both sides of the Xekong River to provide a road link between neighbouring Lamam and Dakcheung districts in Xekong province, the new Laos-Japan Friendship Bridge was officially opened to the public on Monday. Official said, the Xekong bridge construction project, or the Laos-Japan Friendship bridge in Xekong province, is a priority project of the government, and included in the Strategic Plan and the 7th Five-Year Socio-Economic Development Pl...

published: 15 Feb 2018

Laos sees productivity boost despite economic divisions

According to the UN, Laos is one of the least-developed countries worldwide. Laos illustrates the sharp economic divide that still remains within South East Asia, making true economic integration problematic. But the country hosting this year's ASEANForeign Ministers' Meeting has made huge strides in recent years. CCTV’s correspondent Rian Maelzer has this story from the Laotian capital Vientiane.
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ENGLISH NEWS: Laos has made important steps in regional and international integration.2/1/2018

VO Laos has made important steps in regional and international integration
INTRO: Laos has made important steps in regional and international integration, activ...

VO Laos has made important steps in regional and international integration
INTRO: Laos has made important steps in regional and international integration, actively participating in international cooperation in the region and worldwide. These achievements were highlighted at the annual foreign affairs meeting held in Vientiane on December the 27th
STORY: Speaking at the meeting, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Saleumxay Kommasith said he agreed with the report on the implementation of foreign affairs matters in the past year and the focus of work in the upcoming year. He said 2017 had been filled with professionalism in foreign affairs and there had been many overseas visits by high-ranking leaders and officials at various levels.
The Minister said, the joint efforts and solidarity of all officials and civil servants, and the continued responsibility of ministry leaders and employees at lower levels, the close guidance of the Politburo and the Party Central Committee Secretariat and cooperation from other sectors and authorities had led to the ministry’s achievements
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Saleumxay Kommasith called on officials and civil servants to build on this success and to improve foreign policy by following the Resolution of the TenthParty Congress and the Resolution of the 13th foreign affairs meeting.
Laos has diplomatic relations with 140 countries and has 39 diplomatic representative offices, 26 of which are embassies, three are permanent representative offices, nine are general consulates, and one is a consulate office.
These diplomatic representative offices have contributed to political, economic and social diplomacy. They have enabled the promotion of cooperative relations between Laos and foreign countries, protected the interests of Laos, sought assistance from the international community, served to attract foreign investment, and enhanced economic ties.
Laos’ chairmanship of Asean, during which it hosted the 28th and 29th Asean Summits and related meetings, the country’s attendance at the G20 summit in China and G7 in Japan last year, and at the Asean Summit in the Philippines this year, as well as at United Nations meetings and other international meetings, were all highlighted at the meeting.
The Lao People’s Revolutionary Party enjoys relations with 130 political parties worldwide. This is viewed as the successful outcome of the country’s foreign policy, which focuses on peace, independence, friendship, cooperation and the expansion of multilateral and multi-directional cooperation ties through bilateral and multilateral frameworks.
These have brought about a positive escalation in relations between Laos and the great powers. Despite these achievements, the foreign affairs sector was advised to improve its performance following the 13th foreign affairs meeting last year, when officials were asked to adhere to the foreign policy as defined by the Tenth Party Congress with the goals of adhesiveness, astuteness, calmness, and objectiveness.
ໂທລະພາບແຫ່ງຊາດລາວ
TelevisionNationale Lao
Chommany street, Ban Sivilay,Muang Saythany District, Vientiane Lao PDR, P.O.Box 5635, Tel+85621 710067.
E-mail: laotv1@gmail.com
http://www.tnl.gov.la
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VO Laos has made important steps in regional and international integration
INTRO: Laos has made important steps in regional and international integration, actively participating in international cooperation in the region and worldwide. These achievements were highlighted at the annual foreign affairs meeting held in Vientiane on December the 27th
STORY: Speaking at the meeting, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Saleumxay Kommasith said he agreed with the report on the implementation of foreign affairs matters in the past year and the focus of work in the upcoming year. He said 2017 had been filled with professionalism in foreign affairs and there had been many overseas visits by high-ranking leaders and officials at various levels.
The Minister said, the joint efforts and solidarity of all officials and civil servants, and the continued responsibility of ministry leaders and employees at lower levels, the close guidance of the Politburo and the Party Central Committee Secretariat and cooperation from other sectors and authorities had led to the ministry’s achievements
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Saleumxay Kommasith called on officials and civil servants to build on this success and to improve foreign policy by following the Resolution of the TenthParty Congress and the Resolution of the 13th foreign affairs meeting.
Laos has diplomatic relations with 140 countries and has 39 diplomatic representative offices, 26 of which are embassies, three are permanent representative offices, nine are general consulates, and one is a consulate office.
These diplomatic representative offices have contributed to political, economic and social diplomacy. They have enabled the promotion of cooperative relations between Laos and foreign countries, protected the interests of Laos, sought assistance from the international community, served to attract foreign investment, and enhanced economic ties.
Laos’ chairmanship of Asean, during which it hosted the 28th and 29th Asean Summits and related meetings, the country’s attendance at the G20 summit in China and G7 in Japan last year, and at the Asean Summit in the Philippines this year, as well as at United Nations meetings and other international meetings, were all highlighted at the meeting.
The Lao People’s Revolutionary Party enjoys relations with 130 political parties worldwide. This is viewed as the successful outcome of the country’s foreign policy, which focuses on peace, independence, friendship, cooperation and the expansion of multilateral and multi-directional cooperation ties through bilateral and multilateral frameworks.
These have brought about a positive escalation in relations between Laos and the great powers. Despite these achievements, the foreign affairs sector was advised to improve its performance following the 13th foreign affairs meeting last year, when officials were asked to adhere to the foreign policy as defined by the Tenth Party Congress with the goals of adhesiveness, astuteness, calmness, and objectiveness.
ໂທລະພາບແຫ່ງຊາດລາວ
TelevisionNationale Lao
Chommany street, Ban Sivilay,Muang Saythany District, Vientiane Lao PDR, P.O.Box 5635, Tel+85621 710067.
E-mail: laotv1@gmail.com
http://www.tnl.gov.la
https://www.facebook.com/laonationaltelevision.tnl?fref=ts

VO Laos and Cuba pledge to strengthen the existing cooperation on foreign relations
INTRO: Laos and Cuba have pledged to strengthen the existing cooperation on...

VO Laos and Cuba pledge to strengthen the existing cooperation on foreign relations
INTRO: Laos and Cuba have pledged to strengthen the existing cooperation on foreign relations and expressed their satisfaction on growing ties and cooperation.
STORY: Head of Party Central Committee’s Commission for ExternalRelations, Mme Sounthone Sayachack received a courtesy visit from Deputy Head of Cuban Communist PartyCentral Committee’s Department for External Relations, Mr Juan CarlosMarsan Aguilera and his delegation visiting Laos on January 14-16.
Mme Sounthone expressed a warm welcome to the guest and highly valued his visit as a significant contribution to enhancing the existing friendly and fraternal relations between two Parties, two governments and people of Laos and Cuba.
She also expressed gratitude to the Cuban Party, government and people upon their supports and assistance to Laos when the later fought for independence decades ago and during the current time of national development.
She appreciated Cuba’s achievements in socio-economic development, protecting its revolutionary outcomes over the past 50 years and translating the resolution of 7th National Congress of the Communist Party of Cuba into practice.
In reply, the Deputy Head of the Communist Party of Cuba’s Department for External Relations, Mr Juan Carlos Marsan Aguilera expressed thanks to Mme Sounthone for extending a warm welcome to him and his delegation and highly valued the longstanding traditional relations and cooperation between the two Parties, governments and people of Laos and Cuba.
He praised the national development achievements the Lao people have made under the leadership of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party over the past decades noting that such achievements have helped improve the livelihood of Lao people and raise the role and reputation of the Lao PDR at both regional and international arenas.
ໂທລະພາບແຫ່ງຊາດລາວ
TelevisionNationale Lao
Chommany street, Ban Sivilay,Muang Saythany District, Vientiane Lao PDR, P.O.Box 5635, Tel+85621 710067.
E-mail: laotv1@gmail.com
http://www.tnl.gov.la
https://www.facebook.com/laonationaltelevision.tnl?fref=ts

VO Laos and Cuba pledge to strengthen the existing cooperation on foreign relations
INTRO: Laos and Cuba have pledged to strengthen the existing cooperation on foreign relations and expressed their satisfaction on growing ties and cooperation.
STORY: Head of Party Central Committee’s Commission for ExternalRelations, Mme Sounthone Sayachack received a courtesy visit from Deputy Head of Cuban Communist PartyCentral Committee’s Department for External Relations, Mr Juan CarlosMarsan Aguilera and his delegation visiting Laos on January 14-16.
Mme Sounthone expressed a warm welcome to the guest and highly valued his visit as a significant contribution to enhancing the existing friendly and fraternal relations between two Parties, two governments and people of Laos and Cuba.
She also expressed gratitude to the Cuban Party, government and people upon their supports and assistance to Laos when the later fought for independence decades ago and during the current time of national development.
She appreciated Cuba’s achievements in socio-economic development, protecting its revolutionary outcomes over the past 50 years and translating the resolution of 7th National Congress of the Communist Party of Cuba into practice.
In reply, the Deputy Head of the Communist Party of Cuba’s Department for External Relations, Mr Juan Carlos Marsan Aguilera expressed thanks to Mme Sounthone for extending a warm welcome to him and his delegation and highly valued the longstanding traditional relations and cooperation between the two Parties, governments and people of Laos and Cuba.
He praised the national development achievements the Lao people have made under the leadership of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party over the past decades noting that such achievements have helped improve the livelihood of Lao people and raise the role and reputation of the Lao PDR at both regional and international arenas.
ໂທລະພາບແຫ່ງຊາດລາວ
TelevisionNationale Lao
Chommany street, Ban Sivilay,Muang Saythany District, Vientiane Lao PDR, P.O.Box 5635, Tel+85621 710067.
E-mail: laotv1@gmail.com
http://www.tnl.gov.la
https://www.facebook.com/laonationaltelevision.tnl?fref=ts

Laos dam project raises concerns - 20 Oct 07

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The construction of river dams will be high on the agenda at a World Bank meeting this weekend. Funding of p...

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The construction of river dams will be high on the agenda at a World Bank meeting this weekend. Funding of past projects has caused massive environmental and financial controversy, and the latest one in Laos is no different. HannahBelcher travelled to the remote Nakai Plateau in Southern Laos, to see the latest World Bank dam project attracting concern.
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The construction of river dams will be high on the agenda at a World Bank meeting this weekend. Funding of past projects has caused massive environmental and financial controversy, and the latest one in Laos is no different. HannahBelcher travelled to the remote Nakai Plateau in Southern Laos, to see the latest World Bank dam project attracting concern.
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🇱🇦 Debt-ridden Laos living on borrowed money

The current turmoil in the Asian markets, which has been going on 20 years after a much bigger disaster: the Asian financial crisis, began with the collapse of ...

The current turmoil in the Asian markets, which has been going on 20 years after a much bigger disaster: the Asian financial crisis, began with the collapse of Thailand's currency - the Baht - and spread across East Asia.
One of the contributing factors was high public debt in the affected countries, including Laos.
Now, there are similar warnings about governments in the region borrowing too much money.
Al Jazeera'sWayne Hay reports from the Laotian capital, Vientiane.
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The current turmoil in the Asian markets, which has been going on 20 years after a much bigger disaster: the Asian financial crisis, began with the collapse of Thailand's currency - the Baht - and spread across East Asia.
One of the contributing factors was high public debt in the affected countries, including Laos.
Now, there are similar warnings about governments in the region borrowing too much money.
Al Jazeera'sWayne Hay reports from the Laotian capital, Vientiane.
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Large Dam Gives Way in Laos

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A large dam in Kheun Nam Laos gives way, causing millions of gallons of water to careen down the river at high ...

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A large dam in Kheun Nam Laos gives way, causing millions of gallons of water to careen down the river at high speed. Video shows numerous workers attempt to evacuate before the water struck their location. According to preliminary reports, so far no one has been seriously harmed.
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A large dam in Kheun Nam Laos gives way, causing millions of gallons of water to careen down the river at high speed. Video shows numerous workers attempt to evacuate before the water struck their location. According to preliminary reports, so far no one has been seriously harmed.
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Lao PDR's economic growth remains robust, but has slowed slightly. The country’s outlook is positive as macroeconomic management has improved, but risks remain....

Lao PDR's economic growth remains robust, but has slowed slightly. The country’s outlook is positive as macroeconomic management has improved, but risks remain. Policies and priorities to help lower risks and revive growth are outlined in this short video summarizing the latest Lao Economic Monitor report from December 2017.
-----------------------------------------------------
TRANSCRIPT:
Lao Economic Monitor: December 2017
Economic activity in Lao PDR remains strong, but continues to ease
GDP growth expected at 6.7% in 2017 compared to 7% in 2016
Exports--from electricity, manufacturing, and agriculture--are performing well
But these are weighed down by weaker tourism
adjustments in government spending and a moderation in investments
Inflation remains low as oil prices slowly recover and food prices stabilize
Macroeconomic risks remain high, from high public debt, including in the power sector, low foreign exchange reserves, and weaknesses in the financial sector
How can macroeconomic risks be reduced?
Improve revenue collection
Control public spending and increase its efficiency
Strengthen public debt management and advance financial sector reforms
Address risks in the power sector
Restoring growth rates to around 7% will require:
Lao PDR’s ability to create a genuine and vibrant private sector
Opportunities exist but will require significant improvements in the business and trade environment
For more information, visit
www.worldbank.org/laos

Lao PDR's economic growth remains robust, but has slowed slightly. The country’s outlook is positive as macroeconomic management has improved, but risks remain. Policies and priorities to help lower risks and revive growth are outlined in this short video summarizing the latest Lao Economic Monitor report from December 2017.
-----------------------------------------------------
TRANSCRIPT:
Lao Economic Monitor: December 2017
Economic activity in Lao PDR remains strong, but continues to ease
GDP growth expected at 6.7% in 2017 compared to 7% in 2016
Exports--from electricity, manufacturing, and agriculture--are performing well
But these are weighed down by weaker tourism
adjustments in government spending and a moderation in investments
Inflation remains low as oil prices slowly recover and food prices stabilize
Macroeconomic risks remain high, from high public debt, including in the power sector, low foreign exchange reserves, and weaknesses in the financial sector
How can macroeconomic risks be reduced?
Improve revenue collection
Control public spending and increase its efficiency
Strengthen public debt management and advance financial sector reforms
Address risks in the power sector
Restoring growth rates to around 7% will require:
Lao PDR’s ability to create a genuine and vibrant private sector
Opportunities exist but will require significant improvements in the business and trade environment
For more information, visit
www.worldbank.org/laos

VO Xayaboury province will officially launch VisitLaosYear 2018 during the annual Elephant Festival
INTRO: Welcoming Visit Laos Year 2018, Lao National TelevisionEnglish LanguageNews Program is telecasting a series of special news report inviting local and foreign visitors to experience the authentic nature, culture, history and hospitality of Laos, Jewel of the Mekong. Today we have Xayaboury province will officially launch Visit Laos Year 2018 during the annual Elephant Festival
STORY: Xayaboury province will officially launch Visit Laos Year 2018 during the annual Elephant Festival which will take place from February 16-22 in Xayaboury district.
The festival organising committee is preparing various activities and readying accommodation for visitors. According to an official from the provincial Information, Culture and TourismDepartment. They are also preparing home-stays to cater for the expected influx of visitors this year
It is said that, during the festival, the residents of five villages in Xayaboury district and two villages in Phieng district will open up their homes to visitors in the absence of sufficient guesthouses and hotels, which is what we’ve done in previous years.
This year 69 elephants will take part in events such as a grand parade, a baci ceremony, and a beauty contest.
Visitors can take a ride on an elephant and watch them being bathed in the river.
Mahouts are training their animals to demonstrate their skills and the close relationship they have with their owners.
The festival will also feature a street market with stalls selling local products and goods from neighbouring countries, aiming to promote the province’s colourful culture and generate revenue.
The event will spotlight the past and present role that elephants play in Laos, and their importance in Lao history and lifestyle.
According to the provincial Information, Culture and Tourism Department. The ElephantFestival has become symbolic of Xayaboury and will be one of the province’s star attractions during Visit Laos Year 2018,
The first Elephant Festival took place in 2007 in Hongsa district. It was subsequently held in Paklai district and then in Xayaboury district, which has hosted the event since 2012.
In 2017, more than 150,000 local and foreign tourists visited Xayaboury for the festival. Most of the Lao visitors came from neighbouring provinces and Vientiane, while 90 percent of the foreign tourists were from Thailand.
In 2016 more than 290,000 Lao and foreign nationals visited Xayaboury, with the number dropping to about 209,000 people in 2017. The province is preparing a range of activities for Visit Laos Year 2018, including the annual rice festival (Boun KongKhao Yai) from January 8-12 in Phieng district, Boun Phee Ta Khon in March in Paklai district, and the boat racing festival in September in Xayaboury district.
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TelevisionNationale Lao
Chommany street, Ban Sivilay,Muang Saythany District, Vientiane Lao PDR, P.O.Box 5635, Tel+85621 710067.
E-mail: laotv1@gmail.com
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VO Xayaboury province will officially launch VisitLaosYear 2018 during the annual Elephant Festival
INTRO: Welcoming Visit Laos Year 2018, Lao National TelevisionEnglish LanguageNews Program is telecasting a series of special news report inviting local and foreign visitors to experience the authentic nature, culture, history and hospitality of Laos, Jewel of the Mekong. Today we have Xayaboury province will officially launch Visit Laos Year 2018 during the annual Elephant Festival
STORY: Xayaboury province will officially launch Visit Laos Year 2018 during the annual Elephant Festival which will take place from February 16-22 in Xayaboury district.
The festival organising committee is preparing various activities and readying accommodation for visitors. According to an official from the provincial Information, Culture and TourismDepartment. They are also preparing home-stays to cater for the expected influx of visitors this year
It is said that, during the festival, the residents of five villages in Xayaboury district and two villages in Phieng district will open up their homes to visitors in the absence of sufficient guesthouses and hotels, which is what we’ve done in previous years.
This year 69 elephants will take part in events such as a grand parade, a baci ceremony, and a beauty contest.
Visitors can take a ride on an elephant and watch them being bathed in the river.
Mahouts are training their animals to demonstrate their skills and the close relationship they have with their owners.
The festival will also feature a street market with stalls selling local products and goods from neighbouring countries, aiming to promote the province’s colourful culture and generate revenue.
The event will spotlight the past and present role that elephants play in Laos, and their importance in Lao history and lifestyle.
According to the provincial Information, Culture and Tourism Department. The ElephantFestival has become symbolic of Xayaboury and will be one of the province’s star attractions during Visit Laos Year 2018,
The first Elephant Festival took place in 2007 in Hongsa district. It was subsequently held in Paklai district and then in Xayaboury district, which has hosted the event since 2012.
In 2017, more than 150,000 local and foreign tourists visited Xayaboury for the festival. Most of the Lao visitors came from neighbouring provinces and Vientiane, while 90 percent of the foreign tourists were from Thailand.
In 2016 more than 290,000 Lao and foreign nationals visited Xayaboury, with the number dropping to about 209,000 people in 2017. The province is preparing a range of activities for Visit Laos Year 2018, including the annual rice festival (Boun KongKhao Yai) from January 8-12 in Phieng district, Boun Phee Ta Khon in March in Paklai district, and the boat racing festival in September in Xayaboury district.
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TelevisionNationale Lao
Chommany street, Ban Sivilay,Muang Saythany District, Vientiane Lao PDR, P.O.Box 5635, Tel+85621 710067.
E-mail: laotv1@gmail.com
http://www.tnl.gov.la
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VO Laos, Russia push for greater political, economic cooperation as foreign ministers meet in Moscow
INTRO: Laos and Russia have agreed to strengthen their cooperative relations in areas related to politics and military capabilities as well as economics, trade, investment and technology. The agreement was reached during the bilateral talks held between Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr SaleumxayKommasith and his Russian counterpart Mr Sergey Lavrov in Moscow on June 16.
STORY: Minister of Foreign Affairs Saleumxay Kommasith paid an official visit to the Russian Federation from Jun 15-17 in response to an invitation from his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov.
The visit is the first since Mr Saleumxay took his post in Apr 2016.
At a bilateral meeting that took place in Moscow on Jun 16, the two ministers highly valued the longstanding friendship and sound cooperation between the two countries, which is based on mutual trust, mutual assistance and win-win and strategic partnership.
Both sides noted the constant exchange of visits, especially in parliamentary and national defense areas.
Both sides also expressed their commitment to enhancing the sound relationship to ensure it is more fruitful and to lift relations to a higher level by promoting visit exchanges at all levels and in all sectors in line with agreements signed by the leaders of the two countries.
They agreed to continue to promote cooperation in economy and trade, investment, energy, education, science and technology, tourism and telecommunications, among others.
Laos and Russia recorded a bilateral trade of US$ 16.3 million in 2016, and Russia is ranked the 22nd largest foreign investor in Laos with over 20 projects worth more than US$ 52 million invested by Russian investors, mostly in energy, mining, and telecommunications. (Text)
"Today, we have a good opportunity to discuss the current state of our bilateral relations as a follow-up of the agreements reached by our leaders," Mr Lavrov noted. "We are also interested in exchanging views on how relations between Russia and ASEAN evolve in line with the agreements reached at the summit in Sochi a year ago," Russian minister Sergey Lavrov was quoted as saying by TASS, a Russian News Agency.
The Russian minister also noted the active role of the Lao PDR as the coordinator of the Russia-ASEAN dialogue partnership.
This year marks the 57th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Laos and Russia ( Oct 7t 1960-2017
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TelevisionNationale Lao
Chommany street, Ban Sivilay,Muang Saythany District, Vientiane Lao PDR, P.O.Box 5635, Tel+85621 710067.
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VO Laos, Russia push for greater political, economic cooperation as foreign ministers meet in Moscow
INTRO: Laos and Russia have agreed to strengthen their cooperative relations in areas related to politics and military capabilities as well as economics, trade, investment and technology. The agreement was reached during the bilateral talks held between Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr SaleumxayKommasith and his Russian counterpart Mr Sergey Lavrov in Moscow on June 16.
STORY: Minister of Foreign Affairs Saleumxay Kommasith paid an official visit to the Russian Federation from Jun 15-17 in response to an invitation from his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov.
The visit is the first since Mr Saleumxay took his post in Apr 2016.
At a bilateral meeting that took place in Moscow on Jun 16, the two ministers highly valued the longstanding friendship and sound cooperation between the two countries, which is based on mutual trust, mutual assistance and win-win and strategic partnership.
Both sides noted the constant exchange of visits, especially in parliamentary and national defense areas.
Both sides also expressed their commitment to enhancing the sound relationship to ensure it is more fruitful and to lift relations to a higher level by promoting visit exchanges at all levels and in all sectors in line with agreements signed by the leaders of the two countries.
They agreed to continue to promote cooperation in economy and trade, investment, energy, education, science and technology, tourism and telecommunications, among others.
Laos and Russia recorded a bilateral trade of US$ 16.3 million in 2016, and Russia is ranked the 22nd largest foreign investor in Laos with over 20 projects worth more than US$ 52 million invested by Russian investors, mostly in energy, mining, and telecommunications. (Text)
"Today, we have a good opportunity to discuss the current state of our bilateral relations as a follow-up of the agreements reached by our leaders," Mr Lavrov noted. "We are also interested in exchanging views on how relations between Russia and ASEAN evolve in line with the agreements reached at the summit in Sochi a year ago," Russian minister Sergey Lavrov was quoted as saying by TASS, a Russian News Agency.
The Russian minister also noted the active role of the Lao PDR as the coordinator of the Russia-ASEAN dialogue partnership.
This year marks the 57th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Laos and Russia ( Oct 7t 1960-2017
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TelevisionNationale Lao
Chommany street, Ban Sivilay,Muang Saythany District, Vientiane Lao PDR, P.O.Box 5635, Tel+85621 710067.
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ENGLISH NEWS: The new Laos-Japan Friendship Bridge was officially opened.

VO The new Laos-Japan Friendship Bridge was officially opened to boost Xekong development divide
INTRO: The new Laos-Japan Friendship Bridge was officially opened to the public on Monday, expecting to greatly benefit local people in the province as well as facilitate improved domestic and international overland transportation.
STOTRY: Connecting both sides of the Xekong River to provide a road link between neighbouring Lamam and Dakcheung districts in Xekong province, the new Laos-Japan Friendship Bridge was officially opened to the public on Monday. Official said, the Xekong bridge construction project, or the Laos-Japan Friendship bridge in Xekong province, is a priority project of the government, and included in the Strategic Plan and the 7th Five-Year Socio-Economic Development Plan.
The bridge is located on the National Road No.16B, running from the centre of Xekong province to Dakcheung district and the Vietnamese border. The bridge will contribute to the socio-economic development of Xekong province and will provide facilities and contribute to upgrading livelihoods of people in Lamam, Thataeng, Kaleum and Dakcheung districts
According to JICA, the bridge removes weather-related barriers to transport and dramatically improves road transport access for Kaleum, Sanxay, and Dakcheung districts which have previously contended with higher than average rates of poverty as a result of relative geographical isolation.
Construction commenced in November 2014 and is now 100 percent complete at a projected cost of 159.7 billion kip (2.2 billion Yen or US$21.4 million). Funding came as a result of grant assistance via the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
Some 300 metres long and 11 metres wide, the bridge was designed and built to international standards. (Text)
The increased connectivity offered by the bridge comes in addition to coordinated efforts to upgrade the key East-West Economic Corridor that links the country to neighbouring Thailand and Vietnam and beyond.
A handover ceremony took place in Xekong province on Monday and was attended by Deputy Prime Minister, Dr Bounthong Chitmany, Minister of Public Works and Transport, Dr Bounchanh Sinthavong, Minister of Planning and Investment, Dr Souphanh Keomixay, Ambassador of Japan to Laos, Mr Takeshi Hikihara and JICA Laos Office chief representative, Mr Yoshiharu Yoneyama, along with the governors and officials of Xekong, Saravan and Champassak provinces.
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Chommany street, Ban Sivilay,Muang Saythany District, VientianeLao PDR, P.O.Box 5635, Tel+85621 710067.
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VO The new Laos-Japan Friendship Bridge was officially opened to boost Xekong development divide
INTRO: The new Laos-Japan Friendship Bridge was officially opened to the public on Monday, expecting to greatly benefit local people in the province as well as facilitate improved domestic and international overland transportation.
STOTRY: Connecting both sides of the Xekong River to provide a road link between neighbouring Lamam and Dakcheung districts in Xekong province, the new Laos-Japan Friendship Bridge was officially opened to the public on Monday. Official said, the Xekong bridge construction project, or the Laos-Japan Friendship bridge in Xekong province, is a priority project of the government, and included in the Strategic Plan and the 7th Five-Year Socio-Economic Development Plan.
The bridge is located on the National Road No.16B, running from the centre of Xekong province to Dakcheung district and the Vietnamese border. The bridge will contribute to the socio-economic development of Xekong province and will provide facilities and contribute to upgrading livelihoods of people in Lamam, Thataeng, Kaleum and Dakcheung districts
According to JICA, the bridge removes weather-related barriers to transport and dramatically improves road transport access for Kaleum, Sanxay, and Dakcheung districts which have previously contended with higher than average rates of poverty as a result of relative geographical isolation.
Construction commenced in November 2014 and is now 100 percent complete at a projected cost of 159.7 billion kip (2.2 billion Yen or US$21.4 million). Funding came as a result of grant assistance via the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
Some 300 metres long and 11 metres wide, the bridge was designed and built to international standards. (Text)
The increased connectivity offered by the bridge comes in addition to coordinated efforts to upgrade the key East-West Economic Corridor that links the country to neighbouring Thailand and Vietnam and beyond.
A handover ceremony took place in Xekong province on Monday and was attended by Deputy Prime Minister, Dr Bounthong Chitmany, Minister of Public Works and Transport, Dr Bounchanh Sinthavong, Minister of Planning and Investment, Dr Souphanh Keomixay, Ambassador of Japan to Laos, Mr Takeshi Hikihara and JICA Laos Office chief representative, Mr Yoshiharu Yoneyama, along with the governors and officials of Xekong, Saravan and Champassak provinces.
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TelevisionNationale Lao
Chommany street, Ban Sivilay,Muang Saythany District, VientianeLao PDR, P.O.Box 5635, Tel+85621 710067.
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Laos sees productivity boost despite economic divisions

According to the UN, Laos is one of the least-developed countries worldwide. Laos illustrates the sharp economic divide that still remains within South EastAsi...

According to the UN, Laos is one of the least-developed countries worldwide. Laos illustrates the sharp economic divide that still remains within South East Asia, making true economic integration problematic. But the country hosting this year's ASEANForeign Ministers' Meeting has made huge strides in recent years. CCTV’s correspondent Rian Maelzer has this story from the Laotian capital Vientiane.
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According to the UN, Laos is one of the least-developed countries worldwide. Laos illustrates the sharp economic divide that still remains within South East Asia, making true economic integration problematic. But the country hosting this year's ASEANForeign Ministers' Meeting has made huge strides in recent years. CCTV’s correspondent Rian Maelzer has this story from the Laotian capital Vientiane.
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Besides giving live and current information the channel broadcasts news on sports, business and international affairs. It also offers a wide array of week end programmes.
The channel is promoted by Chennai based New GenMediaCorporation. The company also publishes popular Tamil magazines- Puthiya Thalaimurai and Kalvi.
The news center is based in Chennai city, supported by a sprawling network of bureaus all over Tamil Nadu. It has a northern hub in the capital Delhi.The channel is proud of its well trained journalists and employs cutting edge technology for news gathering and processing.

Lao PDR's economic growth remains robust, but has slowed slightly. The country’s outlook is positive as macroeconomic management has improved, but risks remain. Policies and priorities to help lower risks and revive growth are outlined in this short video summarizing the latest Lao Economic Monitor report from December 2017.
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TRANSCRIPT:
Lao Economic Monitor: December 2017
Economic activity in Lao PDR remains strong, but continues to ease
GDP growth expected at 6.7% in 2017 compared to 7% in 2016
Exports--from electricity, manufacturing, and agriculture--are performing well
But these are weighed down by weaker tourism
adjustments in government spending and a moderation in investments
Inflation remains low as oil prices slowly r...

published: 07 Dec 2017

Invest in the future, invest in Laos

DiscoverLaos' investment potentials and opportunity in non-natural resource sector. The government of Laos is promoting quality investment which contribute to poverty eradication, enhance development of human capital, have least impact on the environment, support a diversified economy and provide a fair distribution of benefits to the population.

Lao Airlines full flight experience, from Vientiane to Singapore, onboard flight QV535, operated with the Airbus 320-200. Read the full flight review here: http://www.flighttravels.net/single-post/2017/12/08/Lao-Airlines-Flight-Review-Sincere-Hospitality-Onboard-QV535-Vientiane-to-Singapore
This flight takes 2 hours and 40 minutes, with a hot meal served after take off (choice of fish or chicken). Drinks (which includes BeerLao) are served. Service is very nice and warm. Did I mention the cabin crew are really goodlooking? :)
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published: 08 Dec 2017

Southeast Asia Games Boost Laos Prestige, Economy

Laos recently hosted the Southeast Asian Games for the first time ever, a move that gained it prestige and perhaps just as importantly an economic boost. As VOA's Daniel Schearf reports from the capital Vientiane, the landlocked farming nation depends on exporting natural resources but it increasingly expects tourism to play a larger economic role.

published: 12 Jan 2010

Laos sees productivity boost despite economic divisions

According to the UN, Laos is one of the least-developed countries worldwide. Laos illustrates the sharp economic divide that still remains within South East Asia, making true economic integration problematic. But the country hosting this year's ASEANForeign Ministers' Meeting has made huge strides in recent years. CCTV’s correspondent Rian Maelzer has this story from the Laotian capital Vientiane.
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published: 24 Jul 2016

More Trade in Laos = More Jobs, Less Poverty

http://www.worldbank.org/lao - Trade means more income, better livelihoods, and more economic opportunities for Laos. It also translates to more jobs and less poverty. In this video, a salesman with a stall in the VientianeMorningMarket and the head of the Lao CoffeeAssociation talk about more transparent trade practices and how these benefit their businesses.
The World Bank is supporting the development of good trade practices in Laos through the Trade DevelopmentFacility project. These efforts resulted in Laos' formal accession to the World Trade Organization in February 2013, the launch of an online Trade portal, and more. For more information, please visit: http://www.worldbank.org/lao

published: 21 Nov 2013

Economy Of Laos

The '''economy of the Lao People's Democratic Republic''' is rapidly growing, as a result of decentralized government control and encouragement of private enterprise in 1986. Currently, Laos ranks amongst the fastest growing economies in the world, averaging 8% a year in G D P growth. It is also forecasted that Laos will sustain at least 7% growth through 2019 as well. Key goals for the government includes pursuing poverty reduction and education for all children, also with its initiative to become a land-linked country. This is showcased through the ongoing construction of the nearly $6 billion dollar high-speed rail from Kunming, China to Vientiane, Laos. The country opened a stock exchange, the Lao Securities Exchange in 2011, and has become a rising regional player in its role as a hyd...

published: 01 Dec 2017

Doing Business in Lao PDR 2014

U.S.CommercialService provided information for people who interest to do business in Lao PDR. For more information, please contact: office.bangkok@trade.gov

published: 15 Jul 2014

Laos: On the Borders of the Empire - People and Power

Laos: On the Borders of the Empire - People and PowerMandarin is the language of choice among its residents and on its street signs and advertising hoardings; clocks are set to Beijing time in homes, stores and even municipal buildings; and the Yuan is by far and away the most common currency.
Any overseas visitors dropping in to Ton Pheung could be excused for thinking themselves in China - albeit a slightly raunchy theme-park version with an unusual preponderance of massage parlours and nightclubs along its streets.
But Ton Pheung is actually in the far northwest of communist Laos - on the border with China, but still in name, if increasingly not in reality, a sovereign district of the Lao People's Democratic Republic.
Yet few here see it that way.
Over the past decade, Chinese inve...

published: 25 May 2017

Laos' economy will grow along with its neighbours, expert says

Laos has much to do in terms of improving regulations and eliminating tariffs to ensure the country enjoys socio-economic growth in the coming years, according to a Vietnamese lecturer.
Delivering a lecture on ‘key essentials to compete and benefit from the AEC', President of the Vietnam Academy of Social SciencesProf. Dr Nguyen Xuan Thang said Laos, along with Cambodia, Myanmar and Vietnam, has a five year plan in place that will cut tariffs to zero percent.
“Our four countries will do a lot of things to ensure we match the standards and systems of other Asean state members, especially in terms of improving regulations in each country,” he said, noting that changes to the regulations would also depend on the AEC Blueprint.
He also praised the impressive growth of the Asean economy las...

published: 23 Mar 2016

Chinese business leaders: Belt and Road helps Laos infrastructure development

Some Chinese business leaders in Laos say China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative has facilitated massive infrastructure development in Laos.
SOUNDBITE(CHINESE) YAOBIN, Laos ChineseChamber of Commerce
"The construction of railways and roads linking China and Laos will provide enormous opportunities for Laos' development as the projects will change Laos from a landlocked country to a landlinked one."
SOUNDBITE(CHINESE) DING GUOJIANG, Laos Zhejinag Chamber of Commerce
"The China-Laos railways will play an important role in helping Chinese commodities enter into ASEAN markets and also ASEAN commodities into Chinese markets."

VO Laos encourages SMEs to improve their competitiveness ahead of AEC integration
INTRO: Laos is seeking positive integration with other Asean nations by encouraging SMEs to improve their competitiveness ahead of the onset of the Asean Economic Community this year.
STORY: Deputy Minister of Industry and Commerce Somchith Inthamith co-chaired the meeting alongside EU Charge d'Affaires to Laos Michel Goffin and GermanAmbassador to Laos Michael Grau.
In his opening speech, Deputy Minister of Industry and Commerce Somchith Inthamith said the Lao economy has broadly benefitted from more than a decade of efforts to strengthen the foundations of the economy.
According to him, the SME sector plays a significant role in economic development and job creation but large multi-national companies ar...

The video shows how IFC has been working with the government and the private sector in Laos to improve regulations related to taxes and investment, and to set up a framework for sustained dialogue between the public and private sectors.
Laos, a land-locked country rich in natural resources, has long relied on trade and investment with its rapidly developing neighbors China, Thailand, and Vietnam. In its quest to join the World Trade Organization, Laos is opening its borders and embracing reforms to encourage investment, and help businesses and the economy grow.
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published: 10 Jul 2012

Lao NEWS on LNTV: Laos & Thailand are working together in trade, investment & tourism.10/9/2015

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published: 05 Feb 2017

One Day on Earth: A small business means more security for a woman in Laos

A small business means more security for a woman in Laos.
On November 11th, 11.11.11, across the planet we recorded the human experience for One Day on Earthhttp://www.onedayonearth.org. Women from around the world show and tell us what their work means to them.
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published: 22 Feb 2012

Laos mega dam sparks fears for environment | Business

Some say it will transform the economy of Laos. Others maintain it will cause environmental ruin. The Xayaburi Dam is one of the most controversial building projects South-East Asia has ever seen.
For more go to http://www.dw.com/en/top-stories/business/s-1431

VO Vivek Pathak says IFC supports Laos' sustainable economic development by investing in commercial enterprises.
INTRO: Director of IFC's East Asia and PacificDepartment, Vivek Pathak told the local media in Vientiane very recently that his organisation supports Laos' sustainable economic development by investing in commercial enterprises.
STORY: Interview: Vivek Pathak, Director of IFC's East Asia and Pacific Department…. English…
In an interview with local media, Mr Vivek Pathak, Director, East Asia and Pacific Department, World Bank GroupInternational Finance Corporation who is paying a working visit to Laos has highlighted interesting issues with various government officials and the private sector.
It is highlighted that, International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the Worl...

published: 26 Sep 2016

Laos mega dam sparks fears for environment | Business

Some say it will transform the economy of Laos. Others maintain it will cause environmental ruin. The Xayaburi Dam is one of the most controversial building projects South-East Asia has ever seen.
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VO SilkAir, Airbus A320 aircraft begins direct flights from Singapore to Laos, with business and economy class cabins
INTRO: SilkAir, Airbus A320 aircraft begins direct flights from Singapore to Laos, with business and economy class cabins. SilkAir, the regional wing of Singapore Airlines, has finally returned to landing in Vientiane once again, after the airline first flew to Laos' capital for a period of three years starting from 1995.
STORY: The SilkAir inaugural flight departed Monday afternoon from Changi International Airport, arriving in Vientiane at 3.15 pm, and then departing at 4.05pm to Luang Prabang International Airport, before returning to Singapore in the evening.
The new services will be operated with SilkAir's Airbus A320 aircraft, configured with both business and econom...

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Laos, Thailand agree on business cooperation to boost economy

Laos and Thailand have agreed to cooperate on business development to promote trade and investment in order to boost economic efficiency and relations between t...

Laos and Thailand have agreed to cooperate on business development to promote trade and investment in order to boost economic efficiency and relations between the two countries.
The government and business sectors of the two countries yesterday signed eight Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) in Vientiane at the Laos-Thai BusinessForum.
The first MoU is to promote business cooperation, trade and investment relations and tourism between the ThaiChamber of Commerce and the Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LNCCI).
The second MoU is cooperation on energy, e-commerce and education between the Federation of Thai Industries and LNCCI.
Third is assistance with training for Spa businesses between Thai Spa Association and Laos Wellness Association, while the fourth and fifth MoUs relate to the opening of Pho Zap and Taifa Optical Centre at ViewMall in Vientiane.
The Sixth covers a joint venture for opening the major retail outlet there between Tantapan Supermarket of Thailand and Rim Ping Lao and the seventh MoU is a joint venture to open the coffee shop between Wawee Coffee of Thailand anwd Lao Wawee Coffee.
The eighth MoU is a cooperation agreement to provide techniques and knowledge on herb plantations and technology for commercialisation.
At the meeting Thailand and Laos also signed two MoUs on SME promotional partnerships between the Department of IndustryPromotion of Thailand and Department of SME Promotion of Laos.
The partnerships cover the Office of SMEs Promotion of Thailand and LNCCI, the Lao Businesswomen’s Association and the Young Entrepreneurs Association of Laos.
Objectives include improving economic and commercial cooperation between Lao and Thai SMEs and developing Lao and Thai SMEs’ competitiveness in the global market.
Cooperation will also further expand their business interactions in areas such as trade, investment and services.
Most Lao SMEs still lack experience and skills in business operations, so cooperation is seen as beneficial for the local sector.
Thailand is considered as have high-quality human resources and experience in marketing, while Laos has strong potential in natural resources.
After the signings, Deputy Prime Minister, Somdy Duangdy advised both sides to actively implement the agreements to put them into practice.
Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand, Somkid Jatusripitak said SMEs played a very important role in enhancing economic development and promoting job opportunities.
SMEs shouldn’t prioritise rapid expansion but rather first strengthen their operations and enhance financially stability, he commented.
While many entrepreneurs were successful, large numbers of SMEs were still struggling with capacity building, marketing and accessing finance, Mr Somkid said.
Thailand has invested in 71 major projects in Laos, worth US$741 million, making it the third ranked foreign investor after China and Vietnam, LNCCI President, Mr Oudeth Souvannavong reported at the forum.
By TimesReporters
(Latest Update May 26, 2017)

Laos and Thailand have agreed to cooperate on business development to promote trade and investment in order to boost economic efficiency and relations between the two countries.
The government and business sectors of the two countries yesterday signed eight Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) in Vientiane at the Laos-Thai BusinessForum.
The first MoU is to promote business cooperation, trade and investment relations and tourism between the ThaiChamber of Commerce and the Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LNCCI).
The second MoU is cooperation on energy, e-commerce and education between the Federation of Thai Industries and LNCCI.
Third is assistance with training for Spa businesses between Thai Spa Association and Laos Wellness Association, while the fourth and fifth MoUs relate to the opening of Pho Zap and Taifa Optical Centre at ViewMall in Vientiane.
The Sixth covers a joint venture for opening the major retail outlet there between Tantapan Supermarket of Thailand and Rim Ping Lao and the seventh MoU is a joint venture to open the coffee shop between Wawee Coffee of Thailand anwd Lao Wawee Coffee.
The eighth MoU is a cooperation agreement to provide techniques and knowledge on herb plantations and technology for commercialisation.
At the meeting Thailand and Laos also signed two MoUs on SME promotional partnerships between the Department of IndustryPromotion of Thailand and Department of SME Promotion of Laos.
The partnerships cover the Office of SMEs Promotion of Thailand and LNCCI, the Lao Businesswomen’s Association and the Young Entrepreneurs Association of Laos.
Objectives include improving economic and commercial cooperation between Lao and Thai SMEs and developing Lao and Thai SMEs’ competitiveness in the global market.
Cooperation will also further expand their business interactions in areas such as trade, investment and services.
Most Lao SMEs still lack experience and skills in business operations, so cooperation is seen as beneficial for the local sector.
Thailand is considered as have high-quality human resources and experience in marketing, while Laos has strong potential in natural resources.
After the signings, Deputy Prime Minister, Somdy Duangdy advised both sides to actively implement the agreements to put them into practice.
Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand, Somkid Jatusripitak said SMEs played a very important role in enhancing economic development and promoting job opportunities.
SMEs shouldn’t prioritise rapid expansion but rather first strengthen their operations and enhance financially stability, he commented.
While many entrepreneurs were successful, large numbers of SMEs were still struggling with capacity building, marketing and accessing finance, Mr Somkid said.
Thailand has invested in 71 major projects in Laos, worth US$741 million, making it the third ranked foreign investor after China and Vietnam, LNCCI President, Mr Oudeth Souvannavong reported at the forum.
By TimesReporters
(Latest Update May 26, 2017)

Lao PDR's economic growth remains robust, but has slowed slightly. The country’s outlook is positive as macroeconomic management has improved, but risks remain....

Lao PDR's economic growth remains robust, but has slowed slightly. The country’s outlook is positive as macroeconomic management has improved, but risks remain. Policies and priorities to help lower risks and revive growth are outlined in this short video summarizing the latest Lao Economic Monitor report from December 2017.
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TRANSCRIPT:
Lao Economic Monitor: December 2017
Economic activity in Lao PDR remains strong, but continues to ease
GDP growth expected at 6.7% in 2017 compared to 7% in 2016
Exports--from electricity, manufacturing, and agriculture--are performing well
But these are weighed down by weaker tourism
adjustments in government spending and a moderation in investments
Inflation remains low as oil prices slowly recover and food prices stabilize
Macroeconomic risks remain high, from high public debt, including in the power sector, low foreign exchange reserves, and weaknesses in the financial sector
How can macroeconomic risks be reduced?
Improve revenue collection
Control public spending and increase its efficiency
Strengthen public debt management and advance financial sector reforms
Address risks in the power sector
Restoring growth rates to around 7% will require:
Lao PDR’s ability to create a genuine and vibrant private sector
Opportunities exist but will require significant improvements in the business and trade environment
For more information, visit
www.worldbank.org/laos

Lao PDR's economic growth remains robust, but has slowed slightly. The country’s outlook is positive as macroeconomic management has improved, but risks remain. Policies and priorities to help lower risks and revive growth are outlined in this short video summarizing the latest Lao Economic Monitor report from December 2017.
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TRANSCRIPT:
Lao Economic Monitor: December 2017
Economic activity in Lao PDR remains strong, but continues to ease
GDP growth expected at 6.7% in 2017 compared to 7% in 2016
Exports--from electricity, manufacturing, and agriculture--are performing well
But these are weighed down by weaker tourism
adjustments in government spending and a moderation in investments
Inflation remains low as oil prices slowly recover and food prices stabilize
Macroeconomic risks remain high, from high public debt, including in the power sector, low foreign exchange reserves, and weaknesses in the financial sector
How can macroeconomic risks be reduced?
Improve revenue collection
Control public spending and increase its efficiency
Strengthen public debt management and advance financial sector reforms
Address risks in the power sector
Restoring growth rates to around 7% will require:
Lao PDR’s ability to create a genuine and vibrant private sector
Opportunities exist but will require significant improvements in the business and trade environment
For more information, visit
www.worldbank.org/laos

Invest in the future, invest in Laos

DiscoverLaos' investment potentials and opportunity in non-natural resource sector. The government of Laos is promoting quality investment which contribute to ...

DiscoverLaos' investment potentials and opportunity in non-natural resource sector. The government of Laos is promoting quality investment which contribute to poverty eradication, enhance development of human capital, have least impact on the environment, support a diversified economy and provide a fair distribution of benefits to the population.

DiscoverLaos' investment potentials and opportunity in non-natural resource sector. The government of Laos is promoting quality investment which contribute to poverty eradication, enhance development of human capital, have least impact on the environment, support a diversified economy and provide a fair distribution of benefits to the population.

Lao Airlines full flight experience, from Vientiane to Singapore, onboard flight QV535, operated with the Airbus 320-200. Read the full flight review here: http://www.flighttravels.net/single-post/2017/12/08/Lao-Airlines-Flight-Review-Sincere-Hospitality-Onboard-QV535-Vientiane-to-Singapore
This flight takes 2 hours and 40 minutes, with a hot meal served after take off (choice of fish or chicken). Drinks (which includes BeerLao) are served. Service is very nice and warm. Did I mention the cabin crew are really goodlooking? :)
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Lao Airlines full flight experience, from Vientiane to Singapore, onboard flight QV535, operated with the Airbus 320-200. Read the full flight review here: http://www.flighttravels.net/single-post/2017/12/08/Lao-Airlines-Flight-Review-Sincere-Hospitality-Onboard-QV535-Vientiane-to-Singapore
This flight takes 2 hours and 40 minutes, with a hot meal served after take off (choice of fish or chicken). Drinks (which includes BeerLao) are served. Service is very nice and warm. Did I mention the cabin crew are really goodlooking? :)
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Southeast Asia Games Boost Laos Prestige, Economy

Laos recently hosted the Southeast Asian Games for the first time ever, a move that gained it prestige and perhaps just as importantly an economic boost. As VOA...

Laos recently hosted the Southeast Asian Games for the first time ever, a move that gained it prestige and perhaps just as importantly an economic boost. As VOA's Daniel Schearf reports from the capital Vientiane, the landlocked farming nation depends on exporting natural resources but it increasingly expects tourism to play a larger economic role.

Laos recently hosted the Southeast Asian Games for the first time ever, a move that gained it prestige and perhaps just as importantly an economic boost. As VOA's Daniel Schearf reports from the capital Vientiane, the landlocked farming nation depends on exporting natural resources but it increasingly expects tourism to play a larger economic role.

Laos sees productivity boost despite economic divisions

According to the UN, Laos is one of the least-developed countries worldwide. Laos illustrates the sharp economic divide that still remains within South EastAsi...

According to the UN, Laos is one of the least-developed countries worldwide. Laos illustrates the sharp economic divide that still remains within South East Asia, making true economic integration problematic. But the country hosting this year's ASEANForeign Ministers' Meeting has made huge strides in recent years. CCTV’s correspondent Rian Maelzer has this story from the Laotian capital Vientiane.
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According to the UN, Laos is one of the least-developed countries worldwide. Laos illustrates the sharp economic divide that still remains within South East Asia, making true economic integration problematic. But the country hosting this year's ASEANForeign Ministers' Meeting has made huge strides in recent years. CCTV’s correspondent Rian Maelzer has this story from the Laotian capital Vientiane.
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More Trade in Laos = More Jobs, Less Poverty

http://www.worldbank.org/lao - Trade means more income, better livelihoods, and more economic opportunities for Laos. It also translates to more jobs and less ...

http://www.worldbank.org/lao - Trade means more income, better livelihoods, and more economic opportunities for Laos. It also translates to more jobs and less poverty. In this video, a salesman with a stall in the VientianeMorningMarket and the head of the Lao CoffeeAssociation talk about more transparent trade practices and how these benefit their businesses.
The World Bank is supporting the development of good trade practices in Laos through the Trade DevelopmentFacility project. These efforts resulted in Laos' formal accession to the World Trade Organization in February 2013, the launch of an online Trade portal, and more. For more information, please visit: http://www.worldbank.org/lao

http://www.worldbank.org/lao - Trade means more income, better livelihoods, and more economic opportunities for Laos. It also translates to more jobs and less poverty. In this video, a salesman with a stall in the VientianeMorningMarket and the head of the Lao CoffeeAssociation talk about more transparent trade practices and how these benefit their businesses.
The World Bank is supporting the development of good trade practices in Laos through the Trade DevelopmentFacility project. These efforts resulted in Laos' formal accession to the World Trade Organization in February 2013, the launch of an online Trade portal, and more. For more information, please visit: http://www.worldbank.org/lao

The '''economy of the Lao People's Democratic Republic''' is rapidly growing, as a result of decentralized government control and encouragement of private enterprise in 1986. Currently, Laos ranks amongst the fastest growing economies in the world, averaging 8% a year in G D P growth. It is also forecasted that Laos will sustain at least 7% growth through 2019 as well. Key goals for the government includes pursuing poverty reduction and education for all children, also with its initiative to become a land-linked country. This is showcased through the ongoing construction of the nearly $6 billion dollar high-speed rail from Kunming, China to Vientiane, Laos. The country opened a stock exchange, the Lao Securities Exchange in 2011, and has become a rising regional player in its role as a hydroelectric power supplier to neighbors such as China, Vietnam and Thailand. In the current period, the economy of Laos relies largely on foreign direct investment to attract the capital from overseas to support its continual economic rigorousness.
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The '''economy of the Lao People's Democratic Republic''' is rapidly growing, as a result of decentralized government control and encouragement of private enterprise in 1986. Currently, Laos ranks amongst the fastest growing economies in the world, averaging 8% a year in G D P growth. It is also forecasted that Laos will sustain at least 7% growth through 2019 as well. Key goals for the government includes pursuing poverty reduction and education for all children, also with its initiative to become a land-linked country. This is showcased through the ongoing construction of the nearly $6 billion dollar high-speed rail from Kunming, China to Vientiane, Laos. The country opened a stock exchange, the Lao Securities Exchange in 2011, and has become a rising regional player in its role as a hydroelectric power supplier to neighbors such as China, Vietnam and Thailand. In the current period, the economy of Laos relies largely on foreign direct investment to attract the capital from overseas to support its continual economic rigorousness.
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Laos: On the Borders of the Empire - People and PowerMandarin is the language of choice among its residents and on its street signs and advertising hoardings; clocks are set to Beijing time in homes, stores and even municipal buildings; and the Yuan is by far and away the most common currency.
Any overseas visitors dropping in to Ton Pheung could be excused for thinking themselves in China - albeit a slightly raunchy theme-park version with an unusual preponderance of massage parlours and nightclubs along its streets.
But Ton Pheung is actually in the far northwest of communist Laos - on the border with China, but still in name, if increasingly not in reality, a sovereign district of the Lao People's Democratic Republic.
Yet few here see it that way.
Over the past decade, Chinese investors have moved in, building shopping malls and casinos and glitzy hotel complexes and importing a way of life that is a long way from the traditional norms in Laos - an impoverished landlocked nation where 80 percent of the population still scrape a living from small-scale farming.
And the enclave is far from being an isolated case. One by one, communities across northern Laos are gradually taking on the appearance of de facto Chinese dependencies.
Tourism, transport, property, energy, high-intensity agriculture … with the blessing of the Laos government, China has set out to develop, some say exploit, the potential of its hard-pressed neighbour.
Given the country's desperate need for foreign investment, the Laotian authorities clearly believe that the economic advantages of the relationship outweigh any drawbacks of surrendering sovereignty.
But critics say the consequences for the indigenous population of this unbridled, spill-over capitalism are truly dire - ranging from gambling, prostitution and illicit trade in the newly urbanised border communities to widespread land expropriation, deforestation and pollution in the rural hinterland.
Furthermore, the profits and benefits of all this activity flow back to the Chinese rather than to the locals.
So is it possible that this former French colony, South Asia's poorest state, has given away too much? And will it ever be able to reconcile the needs of its people with the demands of its voracious benefactor? Filmmakers Gwenlaouen Le Gouil, Brice Lambert and Cedric Esteve went to Laos to find out.
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Laos: On the Borders of the Empire - People and PowerMandarin is the language of choice among its residents and on its street signs and advertising hoardings; clocks are set to Beijing time in homes, stores and even municipal buildings; and the Yuan is by far and away the most common currency.
Any overseas visitors dropping in to Ton Pheung could be excused for thinking themselves in China - albeit a slightly raunchy theme-park version with an unusual preponderance of massage parlours and nightclubs along its streets.
But Ton Pheung is actually in the far northwest of communist Laos - on the border with China, but still in name, if increasingly not in reality, a sovereign district of the Lao People's Democratic Republic.
Yet few here see it that way.
Over the past decade, Chinese investors have moved in, building shopping malls and casinos and glitzy hotel complexes and importing a way of life that is a long way from the traditional norms in Laos - an impoverished landlocked nation where 80 percent of the population still scrape a living from small-scale farming.
And the enclave is far from being an isolated case. One by one, communities across northern Laos are gradually taking on the appearance of de facto Chinese dependencies.
Tourism, transport, property, energy, high-intensity agriculture … with the blessing of the Laos government, China has set out to develop, some say exploit, the potential of its hard-pressed neighbour.
Given the country's desperate need for foreign investment, the Laotian authorities clearly believe that the economic advantages of the relationship outweigh any drawbacks of surrendering sovereignty.
But critics say the consequences for the indigenous population of this unbridled, spill-over capitalism are truly dire - ranging from gambling, prostitution and illicit trade in the newly urbanised border communities to widespread land expropriation, deforestation and pollution in the rural hinterland.
Furthermore, the profits and benefits of all this activity flow back to the Chinese rather than to the locals.
So is it possible that this former French colony, South Asia's poorest state, has given away too much? And will it ever be able to reconcile the needs of its people with the demands of its voracious benefactor? Filmmakers Gwenlaouen Le Gouil, Brice Lambert and Cedric Esteve went to Laos to find out.
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Laos' economy will grow along with its neighbours, expert says

Laos has much to do in terms of improving regulations and eliminating tariffs to ensure the country enjoys socio-economic growth in the coming years, according ...

Laos has much to do in terms of improving regulations and eliminating tariffs to ensure the country enjoys socio-economic growth in the coming years, according to a Vietnamese lecturer.
Delivering a lecture on ‘key essentials to compete and benefit from the AEC', President of the Vietnam Academy of Social SciencesProf. Dr Nguyen Xuan Thang said Laos, along with Cambodia, Myanmar and Vietnam, has a five year plan in place that will cut tariffs to zero percent.
“Our four countries will do a lot of things to ensure we match the standards and systems of other Asean state members, especially in terms of improving regulations in each country,” he said, noting that changes to the regulations would also depend on the AEC Blueprint.
He also praised the impressive growth of the Asean economy last year which he said was obviously booming, especially in Myanmar and Laos.
Asean has broad markets in the areas of tourism, goods, labour and services, but a focus on human resource development, especially to provide skilled workers, is a priority for the region.
“Labourers in each country need professional training to ensure they meet the demands of the Asean market and are able to move freely to work in various countries in the near future,” Dr Thang said.
He also noted that Asean workers will have to produce both quality and quantity at the same time and this will require Asean countries to actively cooperate with each other in the years to come.
Most of the Asean population is young and the plans for skill development among this demographic are set to follow the same direction and standards.
Laos has a large number of unskilled workers, most of whom work in agriculture. But the government is partnering with international bodies to provide various technical and vocational training programmes for young people.
The Asean Economic Community was officially established at the end of 2015 and is a major milestone in Asean's economic integration agenda. It will offer opportunities in the form of a huge market of more than US$2.6 trillion and over 600 million people.
In 2014, the AEC was collectively the third largest economy in Asia and the seventh largest in the world.
It is believed that one of the biggest AEC-related opportunities for Laos consists of attracting more foreign direct investment and strengthening integration into regional value chains, especially in agro-business and the manufacturing and service sectors.
By Bounfaeng Phaymanivong
(Latest Update March 23, 2016)

Laos has much to do in terms of improving regulations and eliminating tariffs to ensure the country enjoys socio-economic growth in the coming years, according to a Vietnamese lecturer.
Delivering a lecture on ‘key essentials to compete and benefit from the AEC', President of the Vietnam Academy of Social SciencesProf. Dr Nguyen Xuan Thang said Laos, along with Cambodia, Myanmar and Vietnam, has a five year plan in place that will cut tariffs to zero percent.
“Our four countries will do a lot of things to ensure we match the standards and systems of other Asean state members, especially in terms of improving regulations in each country,” he said, noting that changes to the regulations would also depend on the AEC Blueprint.
He also praised the impressive growth of the Asean economy last year which he said was obviously booming, especially in Myanmar and Laos.
Asean has broad markets in the areas of tourism, goods, labour and services, but a focus on human resource development, especially to provide skilled workers, is a priority for the region.
“Labourers in each country need professional training to ensure they meet the demands of the Asean market and are able to move freely to work in various countries in the near future,” Dr Thang said.
He also noted that Asean workers will have to produce both quality and quantity at the same time and this will require Asean countries to actively cooperate with each other in the years to come.
Most of the Asean population is young and the plans for skill development among this demographic are set to follow the same direction and standards.
Laos has a large number of unskilled workers, most of whom work in agriculture. But the government is partnering with international bodies to provide various technical and vocational training programmes for young people.
The Asean Economic Community was officially established at the end of 2015 and is a major milestone in Asean's economic integration agenda. It will offer opportunities in the form of a huge market of more than US$2.6 trillion and over 600 million people.
In 2014, the AEC was collectively the third largest economy in Asia and the seventh largest in the world.
It is believed that one of the biggest AEC-related opportunities for Laos consists of attracting more foreign direct investment and strengthening integration into regional value chains, especially in agro-business and the manufacturing and service sectors.
By Bounfaeng Phaymanivong
(Latest Update March 23, 2016)

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Chinese business leaders: Belt and Road helps Laos infrastructure development

Some Chinese business leaders in Laos say China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative has facilitated massive infrastructure development in Laos.
SOUNDBITE(CHINESE) YAOBIN, Laos ChineseChamber of Commerce
"The construction of railways and roads linking China and Laos will provide enormous opportunities for Laos' development as the projects will change Laos from a landlocked country to a landlinked one."
SOUNDBITE(CHINESE) DING GUOJIANG, Laos Zhejinag Chamber of Commerce
"The China-Laos railways will play an important role in helping Chinese commodities enter into ASEAN markets and also ASEAN commodities into Chinese markets."

Some Chinese business leaders in Laos say China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative has facilitated massive infrastructure development in Laos.
SOUNDBITE(CHINESE) YAOBIN, Laos ChineseChamber of Commerce
"The construction of railways and roads linking China and Laos will provide enormous opportunities for Laos' development as the projects will change Laos from a landlocked country to a landlinked one."
SOUNDBITE(CHINESE) DING GUOJIANG, Laos Zhejinag Chamber of Commerce
"The China-Laos railways will play an important role in helping Chinese commodities enter into ASEAN markets and also ASEAN commodities into Chinese markets."

VO Laos encourages SMEs to improve their competitiveness ahead of AEC integration
INTRO: Laos is seeking positive integration with other Asean nations by encouraging SMEs to improve their competitiveness ahead of the onset of the Asean Economic Community this year.
STORY: Deputy Minister of Industry and Commerce Somchith Inthamith co-chaired the meeting alongside EU Charge d'Affaires to Laos Michel Goffin and GermanAmbassador to Laos Michael Grau.
In his opening speech, Deputy Minister of Industry and Commerce Somchith Inthamith said the Lao economy has broadly benefitted from more than a decade of efforts to strengthen the foundations of the economy.
According to him, the SME sector plays a significant role in economic development and job creation but large multi-national companies are required to work alongside the SME sector to support the regional production network. He said, As the AEC approaches, the private sector, especially SMEs, need to have a better understanding of the AEC and its associated advantages and challenges
Officials from line ministries, private businesses and enterprises and international donors met at the 7th Trade and Private SectorWorking Group Meeting in Vientiane to hear the results of a recent business survey and discuss business integration.

VO Laos encourages SMEs to improve their competitiveness ahead of AEC integration
INTRO: Laos is seeking positive integration with other Asean nations by encouraging SMEs to improve their competitiveness ahead of the onset of the Asean Economic Community this year.
STORY: Deputy Minister of Industry and Commerce Somchith Inthamith co-chaired the meeting alongside EU Charge d'Affaires to Laos Michel Goffin and GermanAmbassador to Laos Michael Grau.
In his opening speech, Deputy Minister of Industry and Commerce Somchith Inthamith said the Lao economy has broadly benefitted from more than a decade of efforts to strengthen the foundations of the economy.
According to him, the SME sector plays a significant role in economic development and job creation but large multi-national companies are required to work alongside the SME sector to support the regional production network. He said, As the AEC approaches, the private sector, especially SMEs, need to have a better understanding of the AEC and its associated advantages and challenges
Officials from line ministries, private businesses and enterprises and international donors met at the 7th Trade and Private SectorWorking Group Meeting in Vientiane to hear the results of a recent business survey and discuss business integration.

VO Laos' economy saw robust growth of between 7.8 and 8 percent per annum from 2009-2012
INTRO: The Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry' sixth annual report revealed that Laos' economy saw robust growth of between 7.8 and 8 percent per annum from 2009-2012 along with increasing interest from foreign investors
STORY: Speaking at the meeting where presiding over by Deputy Prime MinisterSomsavat Lengsavad, Minister of Commerce and Industry Dr Nam Vinhaket, officials from line ministries and other invited guests. ChamberPresident Kissana Vongxay stated the strengthening economic climate in Laos has been recognised by the international community, especially now that the country has become a member of the World Trade Organisation. He said, Laos needs to prepare for the challenges of developing technology, inflation and climate change, which may slow socio-economic growth. The resource sectors of energy-hydropower, minerals and agro-forestry are primarily driving the country's economic growth, with construction and services-wholesale trading, tourism, transport and telecommunications also providing valuable contributions.
Additionally, manufacturing is expected to benefit from an increased demand for cement, construction and food and beverages. Out of the 8.6 percent growth recorded in 2011, about 3.6 percent came from the resource sectors, with about 1 percent each from manufacturing and agriculture, 0.5 percent from construction and 2.5 percent from services.
The Lao government introduced its economic reform policy in 1986 and has since adopted market-oriented policies to loosen government control over the economy and create conditions conducive to private sector activity and foreign investment. These reforms have led to a significant increase in foreign direct investment, especially in the areas of mining, hydropower and agriculture.
Although the economy has inevitably encountered some challenges in the last two decades due to global and regional economic downturns, Laos' GDP growth rate has remained relatively high in comparison to its neighbours.
In the government's 7th National Socio-economic Development Plan that begins from 2011 to 2015 the overriding development policy agenda aims to achieve sustainable economic growth and reduce poverty and inequality in line with the Millennium Development Goals and the longer-term objective of graduating from least developed country status by 2020.
It is disclosed that, to achieve this, the plan sets an annual target of at least 8 percent GDP growth, together with comprehensive reforms to broaden the country's productive base to be done through, amongst other things, economic diversification, human capital investment, enhanced labour productivity and a greater inclusion of vulnerable and geographically remote groups.

VO Laos' economy saw robust growth of between 7.8 and 8 percent per annum from 2009-2012
INTRO: The Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry' sixth annual report revealed that Laos' economy saw robust growth of between 7.8 and 8 percent per annum from 2009-2012 along with increasing interest from foreign investors
STORY: Speaking at the meeting where presiding over by Deputy Prime MinisterSomsavat Lengsavad, Minister of Commerce and Industry Dr Nam Vinhaket, officials from line ministries and other invited guests. ChamberPresident Kissana Vongxay stated the strengthening economic climate in Laos has been recognised by the international community, especially now that the country has become a member of the World Trade Organisation. He said, Laos needs to prepare for the challenges of developing technology, inflation and climate change, which may slow socio-economic growth. The resource sectors of energy-hydropower, minerals and agro-forestry are primarily driving the country's economic growth, with construction and services-wholesale trading, tourism, transport and telecommunications also providing valuable contributions.
Additionally, manufacturing is expected to benefit from an increased demand for cement, construction and food and beverages. Out of the 8.6 percent growth recorded in 2011, about 3.6 percent came from the resource sectors, with about 1 percent each from manufacturing and agriculture, 0.5 percent from construction and 2.5 percent from services.
The Lao government introduced its economic reform policy in 1986 and has since adopted market-oriented policies to loosen government control over the economy and create conditions conducive to private sector activity and foreign investment. These reforms have led to a significant increase in foreign direct investment, especially in the areas of mining, hydropower and agriculture.
Although the economy has inevitably encountered some challenges in the last two decades due to global and regional economic downturns, Laos' GDP growth rate has remained relatively high in comparison to its neighbours.
In the government's 7th National Socio-economic Development Plan that begins from 2011 to 2015 the overriding development policy agenda aims to achieve sustainable economic growth and reduce poverty and inequality in line with the Millennium Development Goals and the longer-term objective of graduating from least developed country status by 2020.
It is disclosed that, to achieve this, the plan sets an annual target of at least 8 percent GDP growth, together with comprehensive reforms to broaden the country's productive base to be done through, amongst other things, economic diversification, human capital investment, enhanced labour productivity and a greater inclusion of vulnerable and geographically remote groups.

The video shows how IFC has been working with the government and the private sector in Laos to improve regulations related to taxes and investment, and to set u...

The video shows how IFC has been working with the government and the private sector in Laos to improve regulations related to taxes and investment, and to set up a framework for sustained dialogue between the public and private sectors.
Laos, a land-locked country rich in natural resources, has long relied on trade and investment with its rapidly developing neighbors China, Thailand, and Vietnam. In its quest to join the World Trade Organization, Laos is opening its borders and embracing reforms to encourage investment, and help businesses and the economy grow.
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The video shows how IFC has been working with the government and the private sector in Laos to improve regulations related to taxes and investment, and to set up a framework for sustained dialogue between the public and private sectors.
Laos, a land-locked country rich in natural resources, has long relied on trade and investment with its rapidly developing neighbors China, Thailand, and Vietnam. In its quest to join the World Trade Organization, Laos is opening its borders and embracing reforms to encourage investment, and help businesses and the economy grow.
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Lao NEWS on LNTV: Laos & Thailand are working together in trade, investment & tourism.10/9/2015

VO Laos and Thailand are working together to promote trade, investment and tourism
INTRO: Laos and Thailand are working together to promote trade, investment an...

VO Laos and Thailand are working together to promote trade, investment and tourism
INTRO: Laos and Thailand are working together to promote trade, investment and tourism for business expansion and to further strengthen the relationship between the two countries.
STORY: The Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau in cooperation with the Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Lao Association of TravelAgents with support from the ThaiEmbassy and the International Trading PromotionDepartment of Laos on Wednesday the 9th of September held the first Thailand Meeting Incentives ConventionExhibition RoadShow Laos 2015 in Vientiane.
The aim is to develop business opportunities and increase the relationship between Laos and Thailand in developing the Meeting Incentives Convention Exhibition concept.
More than ten private companies from Thailand were invited to show their products and take the opportunity to exchange experiences and discuss business operations with Lao entrepreneurs.
With Asean Economic Community integration at the end of the year, the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau and the Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry have similar targets in MICE industry development through understanding and friendship between each other and through human resource promotion, cultural exchanges and economic cooperation.
At the event, Vice President of the Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Thanongsinh Kanlaya and Vice President of Lao Association of Travel Agents, Saleum Khamphengvong on behalf of the Lao government welcomed the cooperation and provision of support for business expansion on trading, investment and tourism.

VO Laos and Thailand are working together to promote trade, investment and tourism
INTRO: Laos and Thailand are working together to promote trade, investment and tourism for business expansion and to further strengthen the relationship between the two countries.
STORY: The Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau in cooperation with the Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Lao Association of TravelAgents with support from the ThaiEmbassy and the International Trading PromotionDepartment of Laos on Wednesday the 9th of September held the first Thailand Meeting Incentives ConventionExhibition RoadShow Laos 2015 in Vientiane.
The aim is to develop business opportunities and increase the relationship between Laos and Thailand in developing the Meeting Incentives Convention Exhibition concept.
More than ten private companies from Thailand were invited to show their products and take the opportunity to exchange experiences and discuss business operations with Lao entrepreneurs.
With Asean Economic Community integration at the end of the year, the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau and the Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry have similar targets in MICE industry development through understanding and friendship between each other and through human resource promotion, cultural exchanges and economic cooperation.
At the event, Vice President of the Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Thanongsinh Kanlaya and Vice President of Lao Association of Travel Agents, Saleum Khamphengvong on behalf of the Lao government welcomed the cooperation and provision of support for business expansion on trading, investment and tourism.

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A small business means more security for a woman in Laos.
On November 11th, 11.11.11, across the planet we recorded the human experience for One Day on Earthhttp://www.onedayonearth.org. Women from around the world show and tell us what their work means to them.
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Laos mega dam sparks fears for environment | Business

Some say it will transform the economy of Laos. Others maintain it will cause environmental ruin. The Xayaburi Dam is one of the most controversial building pro...

Some say it will transform the economy of Laos. Others maintain it will cause environmental ruin. The Xayaburi Dam is one of the most controversial building projects South-East Asia has ever seen.
For more go to http://www.dw.com/en/top-stories/business/s-1431

Some say it will transform the economy of Laos. Others maintain it will cause environmental ruin. The Xayaburi Dam is one of the most controversial building projects South-East Asia has ever seen.
For more go to http://www.dw.com/en/top-stories/business/s-1431

VO Vivek Pathak says IFC supports Laos' sustainable economic development by investing in commercial enterprises.
INTRO: Director of IFC's East Asia and PacificDepartment, Vivek Pathak told the local media in Vientiane very recently that his organisation supports Laos' sustainable economic development by investing in commercial enterprises.
STORY: Interview: Vivek Pathak, Director of IFC's East Asia and Pacific Department…. English…
In an interview with local media, Mr Vivek Pathak, Director, East Asia and Pacific Department, World Bank GroupInternational Finance Corporation who is paying a working visit to Laos has highlighted interesting issues with various government officials and the private sector.
It is highlighted that, International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, will continue to cooperate with local banks to expand small-medium enterprise (SME) development in Laos
Interview: Vivek Pathak, Director of IFC's East Asia and Pacific Department…. English…
According to Director of IFC's East Asia and Pacific Department, Vivek Pathak, IFC does not lend directly to SMEs, He said, we are not structured in a way to be able to lend to SMEs so we typically lend to SMEs through financial intermediaries, which is banks, microfinance institutions, non-banking finance companies. So in Laos IFC is trying to work with banks in particular. It has now started relationships with several and will continue to further expand these relationships.
Interview: Vivek Pathak, Director of IFC's East Asia and Pacific Department…. English…
Vivek Pathak also describes typically IFC would provide finance to a bank or microfinance institution and they would then on-lend to micro-companies and SMEs.
The other way IFC supports SMEs is through a credit programme that can sometimes set up lines of credit for commercial banks with the ultimate beneficiaries being SMEs. This would facilitate greater opportunities for SMEs as well as boost national economic growth.
It is said that, Since 1998, IFC has provided more than US$60 million in equity and loans indirectly to Lao companies, which has helped improve the country's investment climate to attract more quality foreign investors.
IFC works with banks and other financial institutions as well as related government authorities to improve access to financial services among business.
IFC is also assisting SMEs, which make up more than 90 percent of Laos' private sector, by helping to set up an online movable collateral registry. The registry makes it easier for borrowers to obtain loans by pledging equipment and inventory, rather than land titles or property as collateral.
In Laos, IFC serves sectors such as infrastructure including hydropower and transport, along with banking, financial services, manufacturing and tourism.
IFC was founded on a bold idea: that the private sector is essential to developmeow reach millions of people in more than 100 countries, creating jobs, raising living standards, and building a better future to support the World Bank Group's two goals: ending extreme poverty and boosting shared prosperity.

VO Vivek Pathak says IFC supports Laos' sustainable economic development by investing in commercial enterprises.
INTRO: Director of IFC's East Asia and PacificDepartment, Vivek Pathak told the local media in Vientiane very recently that his organisation supports Laos' sustainable economic development by investing in commercial enterprises.
STORY: Interview: Vivek Pathak, Director of IFC's East Asia and Pacific Department…. English…
In an interview with local media, Mr Vivek Pathak, Director, East Asia and Pacific Department, World Bank GroupInternational Finance Corporation who is paying a working visit to Laos has highlighted interesting issues with various government officials and the private sector.
It is highlighted that, International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, will continue to cooperate with local banks to expand small-medium enterprise (SME) development in Laos
Interview: Vivek Pathak, Director of IFC's East Asia and Pacific Department…. English…
According to Director of IFC's East Asia and Pacific Department, Vivek Pathak, IFC does not lend directly to SMEs, He said, we are not structured in a way to be able to lend to SMEs so we typically lend to SMEs through financial intermediaries, which is banks, microfinance institutions, non-banking finance companies. So in Laos IFC is trying to work with banks in particular. It has now started relationships with several and will continue to further expand these relationships.
Interview: Vivek Pathak, Director of IFC's East Asia and Pacific Department…. English…
Vivek Pathak also describes typically IFC would provide finance to a bank or microfinance institution and they would then on-lend to micro-companies and SMEs.
The other way IFC supports SMEs is through a credit programme that can sometimes set up lines of credit for commercial banks with the ultimate beneficiaries being SMEs. This would facilitate greater opportunities for SMEs as well as boost national economic growth.
It is said that, Since 1998, IFC has provided more than US$60 million in equity and loans indirectly to Lao companies, which has helped improve the country's investment climate to attract more quality foreign investors.
IFC works with banks and other financial institutions as well as related government authorities to improve access to financial services among business.
IFC is also assisting SMEs, which make up more than 90 percent of Laos' private sector, by helping to set up an online movable collateral registry. The registry makes it easier for borrowers to obtain loans by pledging equipment and inventory, rather than land titles or property as collateral.
In Laos, IFC serves sectors such as infrastructure including hydropower and transport, along with banking, financial services, manufacturing and tourism.
IFC was founded on a bold idea: that the private sector is essential to developmeow reach millions of people in more than 100 countries, creating jobs, raising living standards, and building a better future to support the World Bank Group's two goals: ending extreme poverty and boosting shared prosperity.

Laos mega dam sparks fears for environment | Business

Some say it will transform the economy of Laos. Others maintain it will cause environmental ruin. The Xayaburi Dam is one of the most controversial building pro...

Some say it will transform the economy of Laos. Others maintain it will cause environmental ruin. The Xayaburi Dam is one of the most controversial building projects South-East Asia has ever seen.
For more go to http://www.dw.com/en/top-stories/business/s-1431

Some say it will transform the economy of Laos. Others maintain it will cause environmental ruin. The Xayaburi Dam is one of the most controversial building projects South-East Asia has ever seen.
For more go to http://www.dw.com/en/top-stories/business/s-1431

VO SilkAir, Airbus A320 aircraft begins direct flights from Singapore to Laos, with business and economy class cabins
INTRO: SilkAir, Airbus A320 aircraft begins direct flights from Singapore to Laos, with business and economy class cabins. SilkAir, the regional wing of Singapore Airlines, has finally returned to landing in Vientiane once again, after the airline first flew to Laos' capital for a period of three years starting from 1995.
STORY: The SilkAir inaugural flight departed Monday afternoon from Changi International Airport, arriving in Vientiane at 3.15 pm, and then departing at 4.05pm to Luang Prabang International Airport, before returning to Singapore in the evening.
The new services will be operated with SilkAir's Airbus A320 aircraft, configured with both business and economy class cabins.
It will offer three weekly flights on Monday, Thursday and Saturday to the two destinations on a circular routing.
Flights from Singapore will make a stop in Vientiane and then continue to Luang Prabang, before heading back directly to Singapore.
Silk Air becomes the 11th foreign airline to launch its services in Laos. Once the flights start, SilkAir and its parent airline, Singapore Airlines, will together fly to all 10 countries in Asean and 51 destinations in 14 countries in the Asia Pacific.
Interview: FooChaiWoo, SilkAir Chief Executive … English…
As regards further growth, SilkAir is committed to catering to the demand for travel between Laos and Singapore to connect travellers within Singapore Airlines group's vast global network which covers more than 100 international destinations.
Interview: Foo Chai Woo, SilkAir Chief Executive … English…
Mr Foo Chai Woo stressed that they are expanding the SilkAir network in the region with a partnership philosophy and recognise the need for strong cooperation with industry partners to develop air travel and also airfreight services. Adding that, SilkAir looks forward to cooperating in partnership with airlines in the development of Laos' air t ravel and encouraging its tourism industry.
Interview: Ambassaodor of Singapore….
According to a statistical report from the TourismDevelopmentDepartment, Singapore tourist arrivals to Laos numbered 8,258 in 2015 w hile the largest number of visitors were from Asean countries, with a combined total of more than 3.5 million.
International tourists are considered the most important market for Lao tourism, with international arrivals rising from 568,884 in 2014 to 643,062 in 2015, an increase of 13 percent. (Text)
Interview: Ambassaodor of Singapore….
It is recorded that, the two counties’ trade volume climbed to US$72.5 million in 2015. As of 2016, investment from Singapore stood at US$187 million, ranking the country in eleventh place among all foreign investors in Laos.
Investment is mostly in industry and handicrafts, construction, services, hydropower, the wood industry, agriculture, and telecommunications. (Text)
According to the Tourism Development Department, last year Laos received more than 8,200 visitors from Singapore who generated millions of dollars for government coffers
Subject to approval, SilkAir will offer three weekly flights on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays to the two destinations on a circular routing based on an agreement signed on Wednesday the 28th of July between representatives of SilkAir Private Limited and Lao Airlines.
Interview: Ambassaodor of Singapore….
Laos and Singapore have seen many achievements in cooperation towards each other's development, recorded high economic growth, and markedly improved their people's living conditions

VO SilkAir, Airbus A320 aircraft begins direct flights from Singapore to Laos, with business and economy class cabins
INTRO: SilkAir, Airbus A320 aircraft begins direct flights from Singapore to Laos, with business and economy class cabins. SilkAir, the regional wing of Singapore Airlines, has finally returned to landing in Vientiane once again, after the airline first flew to Laos' capital for a period of three years starting from 1995.
STORY: The SilkAir inaugural flight departed Monday afternoon from Changi International Airport, arriving in Vientiane at 3.15 pm, and then departing at 4.05pm to Luang Prabang International Airport, before returning to Singapore in the evening.
The new services will be operated with SilkAir's Airbus A320 aircraft, configured with both business and economy class cabins.
It will offer three weekly flights on Monday, Thursday and Saturday to the two destinations on a circular routing.
Flights from Singapore will make a stop in Vientiane and then continue to Luang Prabang, before heading back directly to Singapore.
Silk Air becomes the 11th foreign airline to launch its services in Laos. Once the flights start, SilkAir and its parent airline, Singapore Airlines, will together fly to all 10 countries in Asean and 51 destinations in 14 countries in the Asia Pacific.
Interview: FooChaiWoo, SilkAir Chief Executive … English…
As regards further growth, SilkAir is committed to catering to the demand for travel between Laos and Singapore to connect travellers within Singapore Airlines group's vast global network which covers more than 100 international destinations.
Interview: Foo Chai Woo, SilkAir Chief Executive … English…
Mr Foo Chai Woo stressed that they are expanding the SilkAir network in the region with a partnership philosophy and recognise the need for strong cooperation with industry partners to develop air travel and also airfreight services. Adding that, SilkAir looks forward to cooperating in partnership with airlines in the development of Laos' air t ravel and encouraging its tourism industry.
Interview: Ambassaodor of Singapore….
According to a statistical report from the TourismDevelopmentDepartment, Singapore tourist arrivals to Laos numbered 8,258 in 2015 w hile the largest number of visitors were from Asean countries, with a combined total of more than 3.5 million.
International tourists are considered the most important market for Lao tourism, with international arrivals rising from 568,884 in 2014 to 643,062 in 2015, an increase of 13 percent. (Text)
Interview: Ambassaodor of Singapore….
It is recorded that, the two counties’ trade volume climbed to US$72.5 million in 2015. As of 2016, investment from Singapore stood at US$187 million, ranking the country in eleventh place among all foreign investors in Laos.
Investment is mostly in industry and handicrafts, construction, services, hydropower, the wood industry, agriculture, and telecommunications. (Text)
According to the Tourism Development Department, last year Laos received more than 8,200 visitors from Singapore who generated millions of dollars for government coffers
Subject to approval, SilkAir will offer three weekly flights on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays to the two destinations on a circular routing based on an agreement signed on Wednesday the 28th of July between representatives of SilkAir Private Limited and Lao Airlines.
Interview: Ambassaodor of Singapore….
Laos and Singapore have seen many achievements in cooperation towards each other's development, recorded high economic growth, and markedly improved their people's living conditions

Laos, Thailand agree on business cooperation to boost economy

Laos and Thailand have agreed to cooperate on business development to promote trade and investment in order to boost economic efficiency and relations between t...

Laos and Thailand have agreed to cooperate on business development to promote trade and investment in order to boost economic efficiency and relations between the two countries.
The government and business sectors of the two countries yesterday signed eight Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) in Vientiane at the Laos-Thai BusinessForum.
The first MoU is to promote business cooperation, trade and investment relations and tourism between the ThaiChamber of Commerce and the Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LNCCI).
The second MoU is cooperation on energy, e-commerce and education between the Federation of Thai Industries and LNCCI.
Third is assistance with training for Spa businesses between Thai Spa Association and Laos Wellness Association, while the fourth and fifth MoUs relate to the opening of Pho Zap and Taifa Optical Centre at ViewMall in Vientiane.
The Sixth covers a joint venture for opening the major retail outlet there between Tantapan Supermarket of Thailand and Rim Ping Lao and the seventh MoU is a joint venture to open the coffee shop between Wawee Coffee of Thailand anwd Lao Wawee Coffee.
The eighth MoU is a cooperation agreement to provide techniques and knowledge on herb plantations and technology for commercialisation.
At the meeting Thailand and Laos also signed two MoUs on SME promotional partnerships between the Department of IndustryPromotion of Thailand and Department of SME Promotion of Laos.
The partnerships cover the Office of SMEs Promotion of Thailand and LNCCI, the Lao Businesswomen’s Association and the Young Entrepreneurs Association of Laos.
Objectives include improving economic and commercial cooperation between Lao and Thai SMEs and developing Lao and Thai SMEs’ competitiveness in the global market.
Cooperation will also further expand their business interactions in areas such as trade, investment and services.
Most Lao SMEs still lack experience and skills in business operations, so cooperation is seen as beneficial for the local sector.
Thailand is considered as have high-quality human resources and experience in marketing, while Laos has strong potential in natural resources.
After the signings, Deputy Prime Minister, Somdy Duangdy advised both sides to actively implement the agreements to put them into practice.
Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand, Somkid Jatusripitak said SMEs played a very important role in enhancing economic development and promoting job opportunities.
SMEs shouldn’t prioritise rapid expansion but rather first strengthen their operations and enhance financially stability, he commented.
While many entrepreneurs were successful, large numbers of SMEs were still struggling with capacity building, marketing and accessing finance, Mr Somkid said.
Thailand has invested in 71 major projects in Laos, worth US$741 million, making it the third ranked foreign investor after China and Vietnam, LNCCI President, Mr Oudeth Souvannavong reported at the forum.
By TimesReporters
(Latest Update May 26, 2017)

Laos and Thailand have agreed to cooperate on business development to promote trade and investment in order to boost economic efficiency and relations between the two countries.
The government and business sectors of the two countries yesterday signed eight Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) in Vientiane at the Laos-Thai BusinessForum.
The first MoU is to promote business cooperation, trade and investment relations and tourism between the ThaiChamber of Commerce and the Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LNCCI).
The second MoU is cooperation on energy, e-commerce and education between the Federation of Thai Industries and LNCCI.
Third is assistance with training for Spa businesses between Thai Spa Association and Laos Wellness Association, while the fourth and fifth MoUs relate to the opening of Pho Zap and Taifa Optical Centre at ViewMall in Vientiane.
The Sixth covers a joint venture for opening the major retail outlet there between Tantapan Supermarket of Thailand and Rim Ping Lao and the seventh MoU is a joint venture to open the coffee shop between Wawee Coffee of Thailand anwd Lao Wawee Coffee.
The eighth MoU is a cooperation agreement to provide techniques and knowledge on herb plantations and technology for commercialisation.
At the meeting Thailand and Laos also signed two MoUs on SME promotional partnerships between the Department of IndustryPromotion of Thailand and Department of SME Promotion of Laos.
The partnerships cover the Office of SMEs Promotion of Thailand and LNCCI, the Lao Businesswomen’s Association and the Young Entrepreneurs Association of Laos.
Objectives include improving economic and commercial cooperation between Lao and Thai SMEs and developing Lao and Thai SMEs’ competitiveness in the global market.
Cooperation will also further expand their business interactions in areas such as trade, investment and services.
Most Lao SMEs still lack experience and skills in business operations, so cooperation is seen as beneficial for the local sector.
Thailand is considered as have high-quality human resources and experience in marketing, while Laos has strong potential in natural resources.
After the signings, Deputy Prime Minister, Somdy Duangdy advised both sides to actively implement the agreements to put them into practice.
Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand, Somkid Jatusripitak said SMEs played a very important role in enhancing economic development and promoting job opportunities.
SMEs shouldn’t prioritise rapid expansion but rather first strengthen their operations and enhance financially stability, he commented.
While many entrepreneurs were successful, large numbers of SMEs were still struggling with capacity building, marketing and accessing finance, Mr Somkid said.
Thailand has invested in 71 major projects in Laos, worth US$741 million, making it the third ranked foreign investor after China and Vietnam, LNCCI President, Mr Oudeth Souvannavong reported at the forum.
By TimesReporters
(Latest Update May 26, 2017)

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20151216 ASEAN Daily: Myanmar's high opium output a huge test for Suu Kyi government and other news

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Laos developed its culture and customs as the inland crossroads of trade and migration in Southeast Asia over millennia. As of2012 Laos has a population of roughly 6.4 million spread over 236,800 km2 (91,400 sq miles), yielding one of the lowest population densities in Asia. Yet the country of Laos has an official count of over forty-seven ethnicities divided into 149 sub-groups and 80 different languages. The Lao Loum have throughout the country’s history comprised the ethnic and linguistic majority. In Southeast Asia, traditional Lao culture is considered one of the Indic cultures (along with Burma, Thailand and Cambodia).more info visit:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_of_Laos
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published: 26 Apr 2015

Laos Culture

published: 28 Feb 2012

7 MUST-DOS in LUANG PRABANG, Laos

Art Thomya, a Thai singer/songwriter will show you the 7 Must-Dos in Luang Prabang, the former capital of Laos. Art was accompanied by his local friends from Luang Prabang who are eager to show you the charms of their hometown. Let's take this journey together!
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7 Must-Dos in LUANG PRABANG, Laos
#1 Almsgiving with Sticky Rice : http://bit.ly/2cYZW1K
#2 Shop at MorningMarket : http://bit.ly/2cZeIE1
#3 BikeAroundOld Town : http://bit.ly/2d8uXko
#4 WatchSunset : http://bit.ly/2cZfT6w...

Experience Laos Ethnic Food in Luang Prabang

Explore the ethnic diversity in Laos through culinary delights. Pre-order your ethnic lunch and enjoy after your tour at the TAECCafe.
Visit us at www.taeclaos.org for more information.

published: 01 May 2016

Lao-Thai Cultural and Art Performance Troupe - Dance

AsianFestival2011, Columbus, Ohio
For centuries, Laos and Thailand shared the same culture, food, clothing, and language. Today, the Thai and Lao folkloric tradition incorporates a wide repertoire of folk dances (fon phun muang), some based on ancient animist rituals, some developed in celebration of the passing of the seasons and others adapted from courtly performance genres. The group will perform folk dances that are rooted in the rice fields of Laos and Thailand.

published: 01 Jun 2011

Lao-Thai Cultural and Art Performance Troupe - Dance #2

AsianFestival2011, Columbus, Ohio
For centuries, Laos and Thailand shared the same culture, food, clothing, and language. Today, the Thai and Lao folkloric tradition incorporates a wide repertoire of folk dances (fon phun muang), some based on ancient animist rituals, some developed in celebration of the passing of the seasons and others adapted from courtly performance genres. The group will perform folk dances that are rooted in the rice fields of Laos and Thailand.

published: 01 Jun 2011

OUR FIRST IMPRESSIONS EXPLORING VIENTIANE, LAOS

If I could count the amount of times I've heard 'Vientiane is the most boring capital city in all of Southeast Asia, I'd be rich by now ;) If one bases how boring a place is by the number of tourist attractions a city has to offer, Vientiane would indeed deserve a lackluster grade; however, considering the city offers cheap accommodations, a diverse spread of affordable food (both local and international) and a few noteworthy temples, museums and attractions worth visiting, it is the kind of city that is a decent stopover -- for a night or two -- for those heading north to Luang Prabang or south toBangkok.
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Things to do in Laos Travel Guide, Top Attractions and Lao Cuisine

When you get tired of the often hectic pace of traveling in Southeast Asian countries such as Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam, the sleepy alternative of Laos awaits. With a slower pace of life and a rich culture, Laos offers a lot to potential visitors in terms of its attractions and cuisine. If you have to ask me to pick only one city in SE Asia that I could ever visit again it would be a close call between Chiang Mai, Thailand and Luang Prabang, Laos.
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LAO (Laotian) ARTS, CRAFTS AND CULTURE

Lao NEWS on LNTV: National Artist promotes Lao art and culture through exhibition.5/2/2016

VO National Artist, Khamsouk Keomingmuang promotes Lao art and culture through exhibition
INTRO: National Artist, Khamsouk Keomingmuang has brought more than 200 art pieces for display at his own gallery to make them available for viewing by members of the public.
STOTY: The art exhibition opened last week featuring various styles of contemporary arts and antique arts including picture drawings, oil paintings, watercolours as well as various sketches, depicting scenes including arts, culture, and ways of living.
These beautiful art pieces, Mr Khamsouk has collected since 1966. Recently he decided that he needed to bring them for display at his gallery so that members of the public have the chance to appreciate them.
Interview: Khamsouk Keomingmuang, National Artist… Lao…
Mr Khamsouk said t...

published: 08 Feb 2016

Culture Clashes With Tourists In Laos

The Party's Over: When Laos opened its doors to tourism, it wasn't prepared for the problems that followed. As the government cracks down on party culture, businesses dependent on tourism are worried for their livelihoods.
For similar stories, see:
Has This Village in Laos Sold Its Soul to the TourismIndustry?
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Closed to Prying Eyes - Laos
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Logging Lord - Laos
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published: 10 Aug 2016

Learning How To Cook Lao Food at Tamarind Lao Cuisine cooking school in Luang Prabang, Laos

Whenever I put on an apron I feel like a bit of a fraud. Lately, we've taken a lot of one day cooking courses including learning how to make Thai food, trying our hand at Vietnamese cuisine and thumbing our way through Khmer delicacies; however, my confidence in the kitchen is not exactly sky high. Regardless, we couldn't pass up the opportunity to try making our favorite Lao dishes when we found out Tamarind (our favorite restaurant in Luang Prabang) offered one day classes.
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published: 20 Feb 2014

Things to do in Laos Travel Guide, Top Attractions and Lao Cuisine

When you get tired of the often hectic pace of traveling in Southeast Asian countries such as Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam, the sleepy alternative of Laos awaits. With a slower pace of life and a rich culture, Laos offers a lot to potential visitors in terms of its attractions and cuisine. If you have to ask me to pick only one city in SE Asia that I could ever visit again it would be a close call between Chiang Mai, Thailand and Luang Prabang, Laos.
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published: 01 Dec 2014

OUR FIRST IMPRESSIONS EXPLORING VIENTIANE, LAOS

If I could count the amount of times I've heard 'Vientiane is the most boring capital city in all of Southeast Asia, I'd be rich by now ;) If one bases how boring a place is by the number of tourist attractions a city has to offer, Vientiane would indeed deserve a lackluster grade; however, considering the city offers cheap accommodations, a diverse spread of affordable food (both local and international) and a few noteworthy temples, museums and attractions worth visiting, it is the kind of city that is a decent stopover -- for a night or two -- for those heading north to Luang Prabang or south toBangkok.
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To satisfy our craving for Lao food we headed over to the ever popular Tamarind restaurant for lunch where we sampled traditional Lao cuisine in a relaxed setting nearby the Nam Khan river in Luang Prabang, Laos. Having made Thailand our base for several months, we were curious to see how Lao cuisine would compare with its 'spicy' and 'sweet' Thai counterpart. After sampling Lao food at several different restaurants we realized a few key differences:
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published: 17 Feb 2014

SLOW BOAT TO LUANG PRABANG | 3 DAY JOURNEY ON THE MEKONG FROM THAILAND TO LAOS

To cross into Laos from Thailand we decided to take a three day tour the included a bus ride from Chiang Mai to Chiang Khong and a two day Mekong river slow boat tour to Luang Prabang with a overnight stay in Pak Beng. Overall, our substandard tour made us wish we had of done our journey independently. Aside from all of the problems we encountered we also had to contend with some rather obnoxious backpackers who were more than boisterous about their overzealous enthusiasm towards doing drugs in a developing country.
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Sapa - Vietnam - fantastic! - About Vietnam News - Amazing video 2017!!!
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Sapa , Vietnam
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Sa Pa , or Sapa, is a frontier township and capital of Sa Pa District in Lào Cai Province in northwest Vietnam. It is one of the main market towns in the area, where several ethnic minority groups such as Hmong, Dao (Yao), Giáy, Pho Lu, and Tay live.
Sa Pa is a city of Vietnam. The city and the market of Sa Pa, capital of the district of the same name, can be found at 1500 meters above sea level on a tributary of the Red River (Sông Hông) in the border province of Lao Cai, in the extreme north Vietnam.
Sa Pa, ou Sapa, est un canton de frontière et la capitale du district de Sa Pa à Lao Cai Province du nord-ouest du Vi...

To satisfy our craving for Lao food we headed over to the ever popular Tamarind restaurant for lunch where we sampled traditional Lao cuisine in a relaxed setti...

To satisfy our craving for Lao food we headed over to the ever popular Tamarind restaurant for lunch where we sampled traditional Lao cuisine in a relaxed setting nearby the Nam Khan river in Luang Prabang, Laos. Having made Thailand our base for several months, we were curious to see how Lao cuisine would compare with its 'spicy' and 'sweet' Thai counterpart. After sampling Lao food at several different restaurants we realized a few key differences:
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Firstly, it's not nearly as sweet as Thai food. Coconut milk and sugar are used sparingly.
Secondly, Lao food makes more usage of herbs and natural leafy ingredients. Even meat dishes tended to be infused with copious amounts of spices and herbs.
For lunch today we are eating at one of our favorite restaurants in Luang Prabang - it's called Tamarind. It focuses on Lao food, so we're going to be showing you some traditional dishes.
This over here is called Nam Mak Kham and it is a Tamarind cooler and you get a nice little bamboo straw and it is a really sweet and sour drink. It is refreshing but a little tart. I really like it. It's so good!
Next up we have our dipping platter. This over here is coriander pickle, next we have an eggplant dip and tomato dip. We have a paste made from buffalo skin, we have some seaweed chips and then some vegetables that we can eat with the sauce. Let's dig in. That all goes together of course with our sticky rice.
Sam is going to demonstrate for us. This is how you eat it. You just kind of put together a little ball like that and then you can pick a different dip. I'll try the buffalo sauce here. You put it together just like that and you pop it in your mouth. Delicious! Is it a bit spicy? Oh yeah! This one is really spicy.
Finger food! Finger food! That is a huge ball. Little ball. That is not little. Okay, I will go with the aubergine. She has got her happy face on. It is so good. It is not just aubergine.
This is the second plate we've ordered. Again, here we have a vegetable pickle, this is a pork salad that also has banana flowers, we have a pork sausage and here is some buffalo jerky - Sam's favorite. Oh, yeah! Over here we have some little lettuce rolls that are stuffed with different dips, different sauces, so we'll be trying those.
Buffalo jerky time! I've broken off a little piece of this buffalo jerky and this is my favorite. Chewy, right? Yeah, it is very chewy like any kind of jerky but this is probably the sweetest jerky I've ever had. I can't remember ever tasting anything quite this sweet in jerky form.
We've ordered so much food we almost forgot about this next dish. It is time for me to do the honors. I'm going to unveil our steamed fish, which comes wrapped in a banana leaf. It is called Mok Pa. Let's see what is in here. It's like opening a present. I know, it's like Christmas on a plate. Oh, Wow! There it is. You can see the steam coming off of it. It is going to be good. It comes with a side of vegetables, so let's not forget about those.
Now for dessert we are having something that is called Khao Gam. It is purple sticky rice that has been cooked in coconut milk and it also has banana and sesame seeds on top. Down here! It looks amazing! If that weren't enough, we get a little shot of Tamarind sauce which we can pour over top.
I'm going to try it the natural way without the tamarind sauce first. It is so fragrant. Nice and sweet? Very sweet. You can definitely taste the coconut and it is a nice sticky rice with a bit of a nutty texture. I like it.
Let's try this with some tamarind sauce and a big chunk of banana. Oh my, it is so good. The tamarind gives it a kick and a bit of spice. It is still really sweet.
That splendid feast came to just over $18 USD, 151,000 Kip which we think was excellent value. It is a bit of a gourmet type of restaurant. It is right by the river. You've got awesome views from here.
: http://nomadicsamuel.com/video-blog/lao-cuisine
This is part of our Travel in Laos series. We're making a series of videos showcasing Lao culture, Lao arts, Lao foods, Lao religion and Lao people.
Proudly presented by: http://nomadicsamuel.com , http://smilingfacestravelphotos.com , http://thatbackpacker.com & http://backpacking-travel-blog.com

To satisfy our craving for Lao food we headed over to the ever popular Tamarind restaurant for lunch where we sampled traditional Lao cuisine in a relaxed setting nearby the Nam Khan river in Luang Prabang, Laos. Having made Thailand our base for several months, we were curious to see how Lao cuisine would compare with its 'spicy' and 'sweet' Thai counterpart. After sampling Lao food at several different restaurants we realized a few key differences:
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Firstly, it's not nearly as sweet as Thai food. Coconut milk and sugar are used sparingly.
Secondly, Lao food makes more usage of herbs and natural leafy ingredients. Even meat dishes tended to be infused with copious amounts of spices and herbs.
For lunch today we are eating at one of our favorite restaurants in Luang Prabang - it's called Tamarind. It focuses on Lao food, so we're going to be showing you some traditional dishes.
This over here is called Nam Mak Kham and it is a Tamarind cooler and you get a nice little bamboo straw and it is a really sweet and sour drink. It is refreshing but a little tart. I really like it. It's so good!
Next up we have our dipping platter. This over here is coriander pickle, next we have an eggplant dip and tomato dip. We have a paste made from buffalo skin, we have some seaweed chips and then some vegetables that we can eat with the sauce. Let's dig in. That all goes together of course with our sticky rice.
Sam is going to demonstrate for us. This is how you eat it. You just kind of put together a little ball like that and then you can pick a different dip. I'll try the buffalo sauce here. You put it together just like that and you pop it in your mouth. Delicious! Is it a bit spicy? Oh yeah! This one is really spicy.
Finger food! Finger food! That is a huge ball. Little ball. That is not little. Okay, I will go with the aubergine. She has got her happy face on. It is so good. It is not just aubergine.
This is the second plate we've ordered. Again, here we have a vegetable pickle, this is a pork salad that also has banana flowers, we have a pork sausage and here is some buffalo jerky - Sam's favorite. Oh, yeah! Over here we have some little lettuce rolls that are stuffed with different dips, different sauces, so we'll be trying those.
Buffalo jerky time! I've broken off a little piece of this buffalo jerky and this is my favorite. Chewy, right? Yeah, it is very chewy like any kind of jerky but this is probably the sweetest jerky I've ever had. I can't remember ever tasting anything quite this sweet in jerky form.
We've ordered so much food we almost forgot about this next dish. It is time for me to do the honors. I'm going to unveil our steamed fish, which comes wrapped in a banana leaf. It is called Mok Pa. Let's see what is in here. It's like opening a present. I know, it's like Christmas on a plate. Oh, Wow! There it is. You can see the steam coming off of it. It is going to be good. It comes with a side of vegetables, so let's not forget about those.
Now for dessert we are having something that is called Khao Gam. It is purple sticky rice that has been cooked in coconut milk and it also has banana and sesame seeds on top. Down here! It looks amazing! If that weren't enough, we get a little shot of Tamarind sauce which we can pour over top.
I'm going to try it the natural way without the tamarind sauce first. It is so fragrant. Nice and sweet? Very sweet. You can definitely taste the coconut and it is a nice sticky rice with a bit of a nutty texture. I like it.
Let's try this with some tamarind sauce and a big chunk of banana. Oh my, it is so good. The tamarind gives it a kick and a bit of spice. It is still really sweet.
That splendid feast came to just over $18 USD, 151,000 Kip which we think was excellent value. It is a bit of a gourmet type of restaurant. It is right by the river. You've got awesome views from here.
: http://nomadicsamuel.com/video-blog/lao-cuisine
This is part of our Travel in Laos series. We're making a series of videos showcasing Lao culture, Lao arts, Lao foods, Lao religion and Lao people.
Proudly presented by: http://nomadicsamuel.com , http://smilingfacestravelphotos.com , http://thatbackpacker.com & http://backpacking-travel-blog.com

AsianFestival2011, Columbus, Ohio
For centuries, Laos and Thailand shared the same culture, food, clothing, and language. Today, the Thai and Lao folkloric tradition incorporates a wide repertoire of folk dances (fon phun muang), some based on ancient animist rituals, some developed in celebration of the passing of the seasons and others adapted from courtly performance genres. The group will perform folk dances that are rooted in the rice fields of Laos and Thailand.

AsianFestival2011, Columbus, Ohio
For centuries, Laos and Thailand shared the same culture, food, clothing, and language. Today, the Thai and Lao folkloric tradition incorporates a wide repertoire of folk dances (fon phun muang), some based on ancient animist rituals, some developed in celebration of the passing of the seasons and others adapted from courtly performance genres. The group will perform folk dances that are rooted in the rice fields of Laos and Thailand.

AsianFestival2011, Columbus, Ohio
For centuries, Laos and Thailand shared the same culture, food, clothing, and language. Today, the Thai and Lao folkloric tradition incorporates a wide repertoire of folk dances (fon phun muang), some based on ancient animist rituals, some developed in celebration of the passing of the seasons and others adapted from courtly performance genres. The group will perform folk dances that are rooted in the rice fields of Laos and Thailand.

AsianFestival2011, Columbus, Ohio
For centuries, Laos and Thailand shared the same culture, food, clothing, and language. Today, the Thai and Lao folkloric tradition incorporates a wide repertoire of folk dances (fon phun muang), some based on ancient animist rituals, some developed in celebration of the passing of the seasons and others adapted from courtly performance genres. The group will perform folk dances that are rooted in the rice fields of Laos and Thailand.

If I could count the amount of times I've heard 'Vientiane is the most boring capital city in all of Southeast Asia, I'd be rich by now ;) If one bases how boring a place is by the number of tourist attractions a city has to offer, Vientiane would indeed deserve a lackluster grade; however, considering the city offers cheap accommodations, a diverse spread of affordable food (both local and international) and a few noteworthy temples, museums and attractions worth visiting, it is the kind of city that is a decent stopover -- for a night or two -- for those heading north to Luang Prabang or south toBangkok.
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We spent our time catching up on work (our hotel offered the first decent wifi connection we've had in weeks) and attempting to visit attractions such as Wat Si Saket and Patuxai (the Triumphal Arch). I say 'try' because -- as will become apparent in the video -- we missed out on entering both because we put food (an Indian feast) ahead of sightseeing. By the time we reached each it was already 16:00, which much to our chagrin was closing time.
The highlight of our wanders around town was catching sunset along the Mekong river where locals, expats and tourists enjoyed eating and exercising.
Although this video isn't a comprehensive guide to Vientiane, we feel it offers a glimpse into a city that is often overlooked on the tourist trail.
Today we're visiting Vientiane - the capital of Laos - and unlike other cities in Southeast Asia, which are the capitals of other big nations like Bangkok in Thailand, Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia or Hanoi or Saigon in Vietnam this is a very small and quaint capital city.
This city gets a little bit of a bum rap, which I don't think is entirely justified.
There are not a lot of attractions here per say but it is the kind of place where you can come and just out and relax. There is really good food and it is cheap. It is a good hub to get to different places in the country. You can get to Luang Prabang in the north or you can head south to Savannakhet or 4000 islands.
This afternoon we wanted to visit Wat Si Saket but unfortunately we left it a bit too late. The temple has already closed, so we can't actually go inside but we're going to give you a little tour of the surroundings. Get here before four PM people!
This is the place I was most excited to visit. We made it to the Triumphal Arch and we are going to be climbing all the way up. It is only a couple stories high.
Why the sad face? We seem to be a roll here because we just got here and apparently it is closed. It closed at four o'clock just like the temple closed at four o'clock and we missed it because we wanted to eat Indian food. We put Indian food before sightseeing. Well, actually you did. Oh, be quiet!
We had three major things planned. So far two of those have become absolute failures. Let's see if we can make it to the Mekong river before we miss sunset.
Normally when we travel to a destination we like to spend six to seven days basically close to a week because we do have online work and jobs. But Vientiane was unfortunately just a stopover so we only really had one day to go out and explore.
This is a bit of an unusual capital in the sense that it is very small and it doesn't necessarily offer a lot of attractions for visitors. However, I really enjoyed being able to spend a few days here and just relax and enjoy the surroundings because it has a very peaceful feel:
http://nomadicsamuel.com/video-blog/first-impressions-vientiane
This is part of our Travel in Laos series. We're making a series of videos showcasing Lao culture, Lao arts, Lao foods, Lao religion and Lao people.
Proudly presented by: http://nomadicsamuel.com , http://smilingfacestravelphotos.com , http://thatbackpacker.com & http://backpacking-travel-blog.com
All photos and video taken by SamuelJeffery (Nomadic Samuel) and Audrey Bergner (That Backpacker).
This video features the song 'XXXXXXXXXXXXX' from Kevin Macleod available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Commercial license.

If I could count the amount of times I've heard 'Vientiane is the most boring capital city in all of Southeast Asia, I'd be rich by now ;) If one bases how boring a place is by the number of tourist attractions a city has to offer, Vientiane would indeed deserve a lackluster grade; however, considering the city offers cheap accommodations, a diverse spread of affordable food (both local and international) and a few noteworthy temples, museums and attractions worth visiting, it is the kind of city that is a decent stopover -- for a night or two -- for those heading north to Luang Prabang or south toBangkok.
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We spent our time catching up on work (our hotel offered the first decent wifi connection we've had in weeks) and attempting to visit attractions such as Wat Si Saket and Patuxai (the Triumphal Arch). I say 'try' because -- as will become apparent in the video -- we missed out on entering both because we put food (an Indian feast) ahead of sightseeing. By the time we reached each it was already 16:00, which much to our chagrin was closing time.
The highlight of our wanders around town was catching sunset along the Mekong river where locals, expats and tourists enjoyed eating and exercising.
Although this video isn't a comprehensive guide to Vientiane, we feel it offers a glimpse into a city that is often overlooked on the tourist trail.
Today we're visiting Vientiane - the capital of Laos - and unlike other cities in Southeast Asia, which are the capitals of other big nations like Bangkok in Thailand, Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia or Hanoi or Saigon in Vietnam this is a very small and quaint capital city.
This city gets a little bit of a bum rap, which I don't think is entirely justified.
There are not a lot of attractions here per say but it is the kind of place where you can come and just out and relax. There is really good food and it is cheap. It is a good hub to get to different places in the country. You can get to Luang Prabang in the north or you can head south to Savannakhet or 4000 islands.
This afternoon we wanted to visit Wat Si Saket but unfortunately we left it a bit too late. The temple has already closed, so we can't actually go inside but we're going to give you a little tour of the surroundings. Get here before four PM people!
This is the place I was most excited to visit. We made it to the Triumphal Arch and we are going to be climbing all the way up. It is only a couple stories high.
Why the sad face? We seem to be a roll here because we just got here and apparently it is closed. It closed at four o'clock just like the temple closed at four o'clock and we missed it because we wanted to eat Indian food. We put Indian food before sightseeing. Well, actually you did. Oh, be quiet!
We had three major things planned. So far two of those have become absolute failures. Let's see if we can make it to the Mekong river before we miss sunset.
Normally when we travel to a destination we like to spend six to seven days basically close to a week because we do have online work and jobs. But Vientiane was unfortunately just a stopover so we only really had one day to go out and explore.
This is a bit of an unusual capital in the sense that it is very small and it doesn't necessarily offer a lot of attractions for visitors. However, I really enjoyed being able to spend a few days here and just relax and enjoy the surroundings because it has a very peaceful feel:
http://nomadicsamuel.com/video-blog/first-impressions-vientiane
This is part of our Travel in Laos series. We're making a series of videos showcasing Lao culture, Lao arts, Lao foods, Lao religion and Lao people.
Proudly presented by: http://nomadicsamuel.com , http://smilingfacestravelphotos.com , http://thatbackpacker.com & http://backpacking-travel-blog.com
All photos and video taken by SamuelJeffery (Nomadic Samuel) and Audrey Bergner (That Backpacker).
This video features the song 'XXXXXXXXXXXXX' from Kevin Macleod available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Commercial license.

When you get tired of the often hectic pace of traveling in Southeast Asian countries such as Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam, the sleepy alternative of Laos awaits. With a slower pace of life and a rich culture, Laos offers a lot to potential visitors in terms of its attractions and cuisine. If you have to ask me to pick only one city in SE Asia that I could ever visit again it would be a close call between Chiang Mai, Thailand and Luang Prabang, Laos.
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Having visited the city several times before, I convinced Audrey – who was visiting for the first time – to stay for several weeks for an opportunity to relax and really appreciate all that the city has to offer. We spent our time exploring local temples such as Wat Xieng Thong, climbing hills such as MountPhou si for great views of the city, visiting the night market, gormandizing on local Lao cuisine and learning how to cook Lao food. What really won us over though is the lack of street traffic, slower pace of life and charming colonial architecture. It's a city where you'll want to linger for days on end and if we decided to return to SE Asia - in the near future - it is a potential base for us. After reluctantly leaving Luang Prabang, we ended up in the capital city of Vientiane after taking the overnight bus. Although Vientiane, has a bit of a bum rap (some have called it the most boring capital city in Asia) we happen to think it's a decent stopover for a couple of nights. You can spend your days exploring museums and temples and your nights cooling off along the Mekong River (where you'll notice locals exercising and relaxing) before grabbing tasty intentional cuisine. The following is a top attractions travel guide offering a snapshot of the best things to do in Laos during your next vacation to the most chilled out country in SE Asia.
Things to do in Laos TravelGuide, Top Attractions and Lao Cuisine travel video playlist:
1) Things to do in Luang Prabang Laos | Top Attractions Travel Guide
2) Our first impressions of Vientiane, Laos
3) Eating Lao Food and Lao Cuisine for lunch at Tamarind Restaurant in Luang Prabang, Laos
4) Learning How To Cook Lao Food at Tamarind Lao Cuisine cooking school in Luang Prabang, Laos
5) SlowBoat to Luang Prabang cruising down the Mekong river three day tour from Thailand to Laos
This is part of our Travel in Laos series. We're making a series of videos showcasing Lao culture, Lao arts, Lao foods, Lao religion and Lao people.
Proudly presented by: http://nomadicsamuel.com & http://thatbackpacker.com
All photos and video taken by SamuelJeffery (Nomadic Samuel) and Audrey Bergner (That Backpacker).
This video features music from Kevin Macleod available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Commercial license.
ສິ່ງທີ່ຄວນເຮັດໃນລາວການເດີນທາງ Guide, ການລົງທຶນທາງເທີງແລະລາວ Cuisine ເດີນທາງ playlist ວິດີໂອ:
1) ສິ່ງທີ່ຈະເຮັດຢູ່ໃນແຂວງຫຼວງພະບາງລາວ | ທາງເທີງການລົງທຶນການເດີນທາງ Guide
2) ການປະທັບໃຈຄັ້ງທໍາອິດຂອງພວກເຮົາຂອງລາວ
3) ການກິນອາຫານລາວແລະ Lao Cuisine ສໍາລັບອາຫານທ່ຽງຢູ່ຮ້ານອາຫານ Tamarind ໃນແຂວງຫລວງພະບາງ, ລາວ
4) ການຮຽນຮູ້ວິທີການແຕ່ງກິນອາຫານລາວຢູ່ໃນໂຮງຮຽນປຸງແຕ່ງອາຫານ Tamarind Lao Cuisine ໃນແຂວງຫລວງພະບາງ, ລາວ
5) ຊ້າເຮືອກັບແຂວງຫຼວງພະບາງ cruising ລົງການທ່ອງທ່ຽວແມ່ນ້ໍາຂອງມື້ແມ່ນ້ໍາສາມຈາກປະເທດໄທກັບລາວ
ນີ້ແມ່ນສ່ວນຫນຶ່ງຂອງການເດີນທາງໃນໄລຍະລາວຂອງພວກເຮົາ. ພວກເຮົາກໍາລັງເຮັດໃຫ້ໄລຍະການຂອງວິດີໂອ showcasing ວັດທະນະທໍາລາວ, ສິລະປະລາວ, ອາຫານລາວ, ສາສະຫນາລາວແລະປະຊາຊົນລາວ.

When you get tired of the often hectic pace of traveling in Southeast Asian countries such as Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam, the sleepy alternative of Laos awaits. With a slower pace of life and a rich culture, Laos offers a lot to potential visitors in terms of its attractions and cuisine. If you have to ask me to pick only one city in SE Asia that I could ever visit again it would be a close call between Chiang Mai, Thailand and Luang Prabang, Laos.
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Having visited the city several times before, I convinced Audrey – who was visiting for the first time – to stay for several weeks for an opportunity to relax and really appreciate all that the city has to offer. We spent our time exploring local temples such as Wat Xieng Thong, climbing hills such as MountPhou si for great views of the city, visiting the night market, gormandizing on local Lao cuisine and learning how to cook Lao food. What really won us over though is the lack of street traffic, slower pace of life and charming colonial architecture. It's a city where you'll want to linger for days on end and if we decided to return to SE Asia - in the near future - it is a potential base for us. After reluctantly leaving Luang Prabang, we ended up in the capital city of Vientiane after taking the overnight bus. Although Vientiane, has a bit of a bum rap (some have called it the most boring capital city in Asia) we happen to think it's a decent stopover for a couple of nights. You can spend your days exploring museums and temples and your nights cooling off along the Mekong River (where you'll notice locals exercising and relaxing) before grabbing tasty intentional cuisine. The following is a top attractions travel guide offering a snapshot of the best things to do in Laos during your next vacation to the most chilled out country in SE Asia.
Things to do in Laos TravelGuide, Top Attractions and Lao Cuisine travel video playlist:
1) Things to do in Luang Prabang Laos | Top Attractions Travel Guide
2) Our first impressions of Vientiane, Laos
3) Eating Lao Food and Lao Cuisine for lunch at Tamarind Restaurant in Luang Prabang, Laos
4) Learning How To Cook Lao Food at Tamarind Lao Cuisine cooking school in Luang Prabang, Laos
5) SlowBoat to Luang Prabang cruising down the Mekong river three day tour from Thailand to Laos
This is part of our Travel in Laos series. We're making a series of videos showcasing Lao culture, Lao arts, Lao foods, Lao religion and Lao people.
Proudly presented by: http://nomadicsamuel.com & http://thatbackpacker.com
All photos and video taken by SamuelJeffery (Nomadic Samuel) and Audrey Bergner (That Backpacker).
This video features music from Kevin Macleod available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Commercial license.
ສິ່ງທີ່ຄວນເຮັດໃນລາວການເດີນທາງ Guide, ການລົງທຶນທາງເທີງແລະລາວ Cuisine ເດີນທາງ playlist ວິດີໂອ:
1) ສິ່ງທີ່ຈະເຮັດຢູ່ໃນແຂວງຫຼວງພະບາງລາວ | ທາງເທີງການລົງທຶນການເດີນທາງ Guide
2) ການປະທັບໃຈຄັ້ງທໍາອິດຂອງພວກເຮົາຂອງລາວ
3) ການກິນອາຫານລາວແລະ Lao Cuisine ສໍາລັບອາຫານທ່ຽງຢູ່ຮ້ານອາຫານ Tamarind ໃນແຂວງຫລວງພະບາງ, ລາວ
4) ການຮຽນຮູ້ວິທີການແຕ່ງກິນອາຫານລາວຢູ່ໃນໂຮງຮຽນປຸງແຕ່ງອາຫານ Tamarind Lao Cuisine ໃນແຂວງຫລວງພະບາງ, ລາວ
5) ຊ້າເຮືອກັບແຂວງຫຼວງພະບາງ cruising ລົງການທ່ອງທ່ຽວແມ່ນ້ໍາຂອງມື້ແມ່ນ້ໍາສາມຈາກປະເທດໄທກັບລາວ
ນີ້ແມ່ນສ່ວນຫນຶ່ງຂອງການເດີນທາງໃນໄລຍະລາວຂອງພວກເຮົາ. ພວກເຮົາກໍາລັງເຮັດໃຫ້ໄລຍະການຂອງວິດີໂອ showcasing ວັດທະນະທໍາລາວ, ສິລະປະລາວ, ອາຫານລາວ, ສາສະຫນາລາວແລະປະຊາຊົນລາວ.

Lao NEWS on LNTV: National Artist promotes Lao art and culture through exhibition.5/2/2016

VO National Artist, Khamsouk Keomingmuang promotes Lao art and culture through exhibition
INTRO: National Artist, Khamsouk Keomingmuang has brought more than 20...

VO National Artist, Khamsouk Keomingmuang promotes Lao art and culture through exhibition
INTRO: National Artist, Khamsouk Keomingmuang has brought more than 200 art pieces for display at his own gallery to make them available for viewing by members of the public.
STOTY: The art exhibition opened last week featuring various styles of contemporary arts and antique arts including picture drawings, oil paintings, watercolours as well as various sketches, depicting scenes including arts, culture, and ways of living.
These beautiful art pieces, Mr Khamsouk has collected since 1966. Recently he decided that he needed to bring them for display at his gallery so that members of the public have the chance to appreciate them.
Interview: Khamsouk Keomingmuang, National Artist… Lao…
Mr Khamsouk said the purpose of bringing these pictures for display at his own gallery was to inspire learning and inspiration about art and a deeper understanding of Lao culture and traditions in different periods of time.
Interview: Khamsouk Keomingmuang, National Artist… Lao…
Members of the public are invited to come and admire them for free at Keomingmuang Art Gallery located in Nongbuathong-neua village, unit 22/209, Nongbouathong Road, Sikhottabong district of Vientiane.
Entry to the gallery is free but visitors are requested to sign the guest register. It is open every day from 8am-5pm.

VO National Artist, Khamsouk Keomingmuang promotes Lao art and culture through exhibition
INTRO: National Artist, Khamsouk Keomingmuang has brought more than 200 art pieces for display at his own gallery to make them available for viewing by members of the public.
STOTY: The art exhibition opened last week featuring various styles of contemporary arts and antique arts including picture drawings, oil paintings, watercolours as well as various sketches, depicting scenes including arts, culture, and ways of living.
These beautiful art pieces, Mr Khamsouk has collected since 1966. Recently he decided that he needed to bring them for display at his gallery so that members of the public have the chance to appreciate them.
Interview: Khamsouk Keomingmuang, National Artist… Lao…
Mr Khamsouk said the purpose of bringing these pictures for display at his own gallery was to inspire learning and inspiration about art and a deeper understanding of Lao culture and traditions in different periods of time.
Interview: Khamsouk Keomingmuang, National Artist… Lao…
Members of the public are invited to come and admire them for free at Keomingmuang Art Gallery located in Nongbuathong-neua village, unit 22/209, Nongbouathong Road, Sikhottabong district of Vientiane.
Entry to the gallery is free but visitors are requested to sign the guest register. It is open every day from 8am-5pm.

Culture Clashes With Tourists In Laos

The Party's Over: When Laos opened its doors to tourism, it wasn't prepared for the problems that followed. As the government cracks down on party culture, busi...

The Party's Over: When Laos opened its doors to tourism, it wasn't prepared for the problems that followed. As the government cracks down on party culture, businesses dependent on tourism are worried for their livelihoods.
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Has This Village in Laos Sold Its Soul to the TourismIndustry?
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Closed to Prying Eyes - Laos
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Logging Lord - Laos
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"They could have stopped half the deaths if they brought in control," explains Steve Sampson, a local business owner. For several years his bar was a hot spot for the swathes of backpackers attracted to Vang Vieng by its elaborate rope swings and risky riverside stunts. But following numerous deaths, these attractions are a distant memory and the local economy is suffering because of it. "If they used their brains and controlled it then we'd have no problems and all of the Laos people would be happy because we're making money." But some are happy to see the party come to an end. "We don't want them getting drunk and going crazy," explains a local. "We want to teach them our culture."
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The Party's Over: When Laos opened its doors to tourism, it wasn't prepared for the problems that followed. As the government cracks down on party culture, businesses dependent on tourism are worried for their livelihoods.
For similar stories, see:
Has This Village in Laos Sold Its Soul to the TourismIndustry?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgUD0vvXkYQ
Closed to Prying Eyes - Laos
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjgbm-pPF1I
Logging Lord - Laos
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrr4-HuVdF8
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"They could have stopped half the deaths if they brought in control," explains Steve Sampson, a local business owner. For several years his bar was a hot spot for